Negotiations between the New York Yankees and star outfielder Cody Bellinger have reached a critical point, marked by a stalemate over contract terms and a recent intriguing social media post by his wife, Chase.
The market always has its complications and it is not easy to close deals. This is what is happening to Bellinger, who according to various reports, still fails to establish terms with the Yankees and has fans full of uncertainty, especially after a message on social media from his wife.
Cody Bellinger’s wife posts cryptic message as he looks for new team
In the midst of this uncertainty, Bellinger’s wife, Chase, set off alarm bells among fans by sharing a photograph on her Instagram stories. In the image, the couple is seen sharing a toast accompanied by the text: “My dry January has turned into a very, very wet January”.
This message has been interpreted by many as a sign that the market for the All-Star is finally “heating up” after an unusually slow start to free agency.
In the midst of so much uncertainty, both appear on social media trying to show calm and at the same time demonstrate that the market is still in its own game, where the arrival to the Yankees is still up in the air.
The Yankees are still negotiating with Bellinger
Despite mutual interest in a meeting, talks are on “pause” after Bellinger rejected the Bronx Bombers’ latest proposal.
One of the key points is that the Yankees offered a five-year deal, but Bellinger’s team is seeking a longer-term commitment. It is also reported that New York’s offer exceeds $30 million annually (AAV). However, other sources indicate that the player is aiming for a salary of between $36 million and $37 million per season.
While MLB insider Jon Heyman confirms that the length of the deal remains the main stumbling block, the Yankees have already begun to scour the market for a “Plan B”. Among the names linked to the organization in recent days are Chicago Cubs’ Nico Hoerner and Chicago White Sox’s Luis Robert Jr.
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