Cody Bellinger, being one of the best free agents available, is sure to pique the curiosity of numerous MLB clubs. Although a number of clubs may be focusing on acquiring the former National League MVP this offseason, the New York Yankees might no longer be among them.

After inking a one-year, $17.5 million deal with the Chicago Cubs last season, the seasoned hitter gambled on himself to land a new long-term contract. Now, he might be eligible for a deal for more than $200 million following his remarkable comeback season.

Still, the New York Yankees allegedly can’t agree on whether to sign the former MVP for the long haul. Jon Heyman, an MLB insider, claims that Bellinger may have a hard time replicating his 2023 season’s success based on the statistics surrounding it.

It appears that the past National League MVP substantially exceeded his predicted statistics, as Bellinger’s wOBA was around 40 points greater than his xwOBA. Some in the New York Yankees organization may be reluctant to offer him a hefty contract this winter due to this reason.

Fans vented their frustrations at General Manager Brian Cashman, who has been the target of much criticism, as news broke that the front staff is divided on a possible contract for Bellinger.

Although some have expressed amazement that the Bronx Bombers could botch the possible trade, others have gone to extreme lengths to describe the New York Yankees’ front office as a clown show.

A deeper dive into Cody Bellinger’s incredible 2023 season in the midst of Yankees uncertainty

Cody Bellinger went from being one of the top promising prospects to a downward spiral shortly after making his Los Angeles Dodgers debut. In 2022, Bellinger’s contract was non-tendered by the Dodgers, despite winning the 2019 National League MVP Award.

The Dodgers passed on Cody Bellinger’s contract, so he was able to secure a one-year deal with the Cubs and establish himself as a legitimate MLB talent. To top it all off, he reached a career-high.batted 307 times with 26 HR, 97 RBIs, and 20 steals. His second career Silver Slugger Award was presented to him for this effort.