Summary
Alex Bregman signed a five-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs, affecting the free agency market. This move could influence the contract negotiations of Cody Bellinger, who is seeking a seven-year deal. Bellinger is likely to leave the New York Yankees in free agency.
Key Facts
- Alex Bregman agreed to a five-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs.
- Bregman's contract is expected to impact Cody Bellinger's free agency negotiations.
- Cody Bellinger is 30 years old and seeking a seven-year contract.
- Dylan Cease, another free agent represented by Scott Boras, signed a seven-year deal earlier.
- The Yankees believe Bellinger will likely leave in free agency.
- Bellinger is a former MVP and World Series champion.
- The Yankees are reportedly unwilling to offer Bellinger the seven-year deal he wants.
