Cody Bellinger inks 5-year, $162.5M deal with Yankees after stellar 2025

Cody Bellinger has re-signed with the New York Yankees on a five-year, $162.5 million contract, including a $20 million signing bonus and opt-outs after the second or third season. His 2025 season was highly productive, hitting .272/.334/.480 with 29 home runs and 98 RBI in 152 games. Bellinger also showcased elite defense, with 12 Defensive Runs Saved and 6 Outs Above Average, and a career-low strikeout rate. He will return to his starting outfield position, providing a significant boost to the Yankees' lineup and defense.