Summary
The New York Yankees are trying to re-sign Cody Bellinger with a contract, but the discussions are taking longer than expected. The Yankees have offered Bellinger a deal with a high yearly salary, but he wants a longer contract, possibly for seven years.
Key Facts
- The Yankees want Cody Bellinger to stay with the team for next season and beyond.
- Negotiations are slow because Bellinger's side wants a longer contract than the Yankees offered.
- The Yankees' latest offer includes more than $30 million per year.
- Bellinger wants a seven-year deal, while the Yankees prefer a five-year deal.
- The New York Mets also show interest in signing Bellinger.
- The Mets' president tends to avoid long contracts with players over 30 years old.
- Bellinger will be 31 next season, influencing the contract length discussion.
