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Cody Bellinger has enjoyed a strong initial season in The Bronx, both at the plate and in making himself extra valuable with his versatility across all three outfield positions.

Notably, the 30-year-old Bellinger also can become a free agent after the 2025 season concludes — if he decides to opt out of the final year of his contract at $25 million.

But the former NL MVP insists he only is thinking about helping the Yankees shake off their recent slide and secure a playoff spot.

“As cliché as it sounds, I’m really just taking it day by day,” Bellinger said when asked about his contract before Tuesday’s

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