The New York Yankees face a potential roster gap as outfielder Cody Bellinger is expected to opt-out of his $25M contract for 2026 to seek a more lucrative deal in free agency. Bellinger, who had a strong 2025 season with 29 homers and solid defensive contributions, leaves the Yankees needing to address offensive and defensive weaknesses as they prepare for the 2026 season.
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Cody Bellinger May Depart Yankees, Impacting Lineup
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