The Yankees have made it known they will not make another offer to Belinger after the team reportedly offered a five-year deal worth $160 million with multiple opt-outs and announced they will not get into a bidding war with the slugger. On Monday, during the 'Foul Territory' podcast, MLB analyst and Insider, Jim Bowden, clarified that the Yankees will not have a 'panic pivot' similar to what he believes the New York Mets did with the addition of former Blue Jay, Bo Bichette. Although it's still unknown what the former World Series champion will decide to do, the Yankees do not have any other top talent to pursue, so in a way, Bellinger could have had the leverage in this situation, but the more New York stands their ground, it makes one question both parties' future heading into spring training.
Author: Cameron Belcher
Published at: 2026-01-19 22:44:28
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