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The Yankees made one of the most fascinating movements of the low season when they acted against 29-year-old Cody Bellinger to take over in midfield. Bellinger has released two seasons with the Chicago Cubs and brings power, defense and the potential to be a massive upgrade for a Yankees team that tries to fill the emptiness that was left by Juan Soto’s departure.

A story of two seasons in Chicago

Bellinger’s first year with the Cubs in 2023 was a resonating campaign when he brought in .307/.356/.525 with 26 Home Runs, 97 RBIs and 20 stolen bases. His 136 WRC+ put him far above the average of the league and made him a leading offensive weapon with speed and defense versatility. This version of Bellinger would be a dream scenario for the Yankees.

His figures took a step back last season, but he was still a valuable pitcher and ended with a .266/.325/.426 slash line, 18 home runs and 78 RBIs. While a product in production spoke some concerns, Bellinger had hit six other Homeruns in the Yankee Stadium due to the dimensions, which his numbers could have made much more like his 2023 campaign.

A perfect fit for the Yankee Stadium

Bellinger’s natural left-handed swing is tailor-made for the short veranda of the right field in the Bronx. His ability to pull the ball with strength should lead to a thrust in his Homerun total, which already has 25 forecasts to 25 years. In view of the fact that the stadium of the Yankees improves light power rackets, Bellinger could easily push over this number.

It already shows signs of a big season and has so far met in spring .438/.438/.688. In the 12: 3 victory on Monday evening against the Pittsburgh Pirates, he added two more goals to his balance sheet and continued to cement himself as an important part of the upper half of the Yankees.

Long -term decision of the Yankees

Bellinger plays with a one -year contract with a player option of 2026, which means that he has the opportunity to make a decision and step back into the free agency when he compiled a strong season. This gives the Yankees a certain flexibility because they either sign it again or turn into another star like Kyle Tucker in the next low season.

At the moment, Bellinger will earn a luxury tax of 23.75 million US dollars this season, and if it stays, the same amount is next year. This price is more than fair for a player who can offer a considerable offensive value and at the same time offers a golden glove caliber glove in midfield. If he delivers something near his 2023 numbers, the Yankees will be more than satisfied with this addition.