A left-handed power hitter whose swing was a perfect match for the short right-field dimensions of Yankee Stadium, Bellinger hit 29 home runs – his best since he had 47 for the Cubs during his National League MVP season in 2019. By declining his player option, Bellinger will receive a $5 million buyout, with half paid by the Yankees and the other half by the Cubs. The lanky left-handed hitter, who broke into the big leagues with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2017, is a two-time All-Star whose resume also includes a Gold Glove, a National League Championship Series MVP trophy, a World Series ring, and a Rookie of the Year award.
Author: Dan Schlossberg, Senior Contributor, Dan Schlossberg, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschlossberg/
Published at: 2025-10-11 21:02:49
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