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Mets Pursuit of Cody Bellinger Gets Update  After Bo Bichette Signing

Mets Pursuit of Cody Bellinger Gets Update After Bo Bichette Signing

Summary

Cody Bellinger, a free agent outfielder with the Yankees, is still being considered by the New York Mets. The Yankees are hesitant to offer a long-term contract, while the Mets are interested in signing Bellinger despite already acquiring Bo Bichette. The Mets have the resources to make a competitive offer for Bellinger.

Key Facts

  • Cody Bellinger is a free agent currently with the Yankees.
  • The Yankees are only offering Bellinger a five-year contract, while he wants a longer deal.
  • The Mets recently signed Bo Bichette but still need another outfielder.
  • The Mets have financial resources and are interested in Bellinger.
  • The Yankees must act quickly to compete with the Mets' interest in Bellinger.
  • Mets owner Steve Cohen has significant financial resources to potentially outbid the Yankees.

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