Summary
The New York Yankees want to re-sign outfielder Cody Bellinger, but they are currently far from an agreement. The team's priority is to bring Bellinger back, but there is a difference in how much they value him compared to his own expectations. MLB experts estimate Bellinger could sign a contract worth $165 million over six years.
Key Facts
- The Yankees want to keep Cody Bellinger as an outfielder.
- There is currently a gap between what the Yankees want to offer and what Bellinger hopes to get.
- Bellinger played for the Yankees last season and fitted well with the team's culture.
- MLB insider Jon Heyman mentioned the Yankees consider Bellinger their top choice.
- Another MLB expert, Kiley McDaniel, predicts Bellinger might get a six-year deal worth $165 million.
- If the Yankees can't close the gap in negotiations, other teams might try to sign Bellinger.
