Summary
The New York Yankees have made several contract offers to outfielder Cody Bellinger, but he has not accepted any. Bellinger and his agent are reportedly asking for a long contract worth $210 to $250 million, which some experts see as too high given his past performance. Whether Bellinger signs with the Yankees will depend on these negotiations.
Key Facts
- Cody Bellinger has received contract offers from the New York Yankees but hasn't accepted them.
- Bellinger is reportedly seeking a seven- or eight-year contract worth between $210 and $250 million.
- This contract demand is not confirmed by the baseball clubs or Bellinger's agent, Scott Boras.
- Former GM Jim Bowden believes Bellinger's requested amount is too high based on his past performance compared to other players.
- Yankee outfielders Aaron Judge and Trent Grisham have secured their positions, but there's a spot available that Bellinger could fill.
- Bellinger's previous performance includes injuries, which may be affecting teams' willingness to meet his contract demands.
- There is speculation Bellinger could only secure such a deal if he has a similar offer from another team, which is currently unclear.
