Cody Bellinger Interview

Yankees, Bellinger

As Cody Bellinger opts out of Yankees contract, here's where free agent might play in 2026

As first reported by the New York Post's Jon Heyman, Bellinger became a free agent on Monday, as he declined a $25 million player option for 2026, triggering a $5 million buyout. This was anticipated, following Bellinger’s successful first season with the Yankees, batting .272 with 29 homers, 98 RBI and an .813 OPS in 152 games.

Yardbarker on MSN · 5h

Cody Bellinger opts out of Yankees’ deal

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Is Cody Bellinger or Kyle Tucker Yankees' Top Priority?

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Yankees' Cody Bellinger makes decision on exiting contract

Cody Bellinger has made his first choice of the offseason.

Blue Jays World Series reaction: Players, fans ‘gutted’ by loss; Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hopes to play rest of career with Bo Bichette

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Dodgers take World Series after 5-4 victory over the Blue Jays

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Complete coverage: How the Dodgers won the 2025 World Series

The Dodgers became the first team to repeat as World Series champions in 25 years, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in an 11-inning, comeback shocker.

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Where Blue Jays-Dodgers ranks among the best World Series of the last decade

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Shohei Ohtani will be the Dodgers’ starting pitcher for World Series Game 7

Major League Baseball

Bellinger opts out, but 'absolutely' open to a return to the Bronx

Cody Bellinger said he would “absolutely” be open to another season with the Yankees, saying that he had “an unbelievable time putting on this uniform.” If it happens, it’ll be under the terms of a new deal.

Yardbarker on MSN

Chicago Cubs: Are the stars aligning for a Cody Bellinger return?

The Chicago Cubs front office has probably been making plans and developing strategies for life without Kyle Tucker since the second half of 2025. More News: Chicago Cubs’ target no.

Fox Sports

Yankees OF Cody Bellinger Reportedly Expected to Opt Out of Contract

An integral part of the New York Yankees' 2025 offense is looking to cash in. Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is expected to opt out of his contract for the 2026 MLB season and become a free agent this coming offseason, ESPN reported on Friday morning.

Newsweek

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger Predicted to End Free Agency With $140 Million Blockbuster

The New York Yankees have been left to watch the American League Championship Series at home after falling to the division rival Toronto Blue Jays in the division series. That reality is a disappointment following an offseason of veteran star additions ...