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Cubs Battling Yankees, Dodgers, Others For Free Agent Slugger: Insider

Cubs Battling Yankees, Dodgers, Others For Free Agent Slugger: Insider

Summary

Several Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, including the New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants, are interested in signing free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger. The Yankees are considered the favorites to re-sign him, but the Cubs and other teams are also in the running.

Key Facts

  • Cody Bellinger is a free agent outfielder with strong defensive skills and hitting power.
  • The New York Yankees hope to re-sign Bellinger after a successful season.
  • The Chicago Cubs have shown interest in potentially signing Bellinger.
  • Other teams interested in Bellinger include the New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants.
  • Teams competing for Bellinger might be willing to offer contracts close to $200 million.
  • It could be difficult for the Cubs to sign Bellinger due to interest from other big market teams.
  • The Yankees are currently seen as the frontrunners for Bellinger's signature.

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