The New York Yankees aren’t wasting time this offseason, already diving into early discussions with super agent Scott Boras about a potential long-term deal for outfielder Cody Bellinger.

According to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic, Boras confirmed that conversations with the Yankees have already taken place, and that Trent Grisham’s pending decision on his $22 million qualifying offer won’t affect their pursuit of Bellinger. That says a lot about how strongly the Yankees feel about keeping him in pinstripes for the long haul.

Yankees showing urgency to retain Bellinger

Bellinger has become one of the Yankees’ most important players since being acquired from the Chicago Cubs before the 2025 season. The 30-year-old turned in an excellent campaign, hitting .272/.334/.480 with 29 home runs,

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