Summary
The New York Yankees have offered Cody Bellinger, a free agent outfielder, over $30 million per year to stay with the team. The main issue in negotiations is the length of the contract, as Bellinger wants a seven-year deal. Other teams, including the New York Mets and his former teams, the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers, are also interested in signing him.
Key Facts
- The Yankees offered Cody Bellinger more than $30 million per year.
- Bellinger wants a seven-year contract, which is causing a delay in agreement.
- Other interested teams include the New York Mets, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
- Bellinger had a good season with the Yankees, performing well at Yankee Stadium.
- Bellinger is known for strong defense and good presence in the team's lineup.
- The Yankees have been actively trying to re-sign Bellinger.
- His advanced batting stats were not outstanding, but his defense and running were strong.
- The Yankees see retaining Bellinger as an important move for their team.