Yankees Fans Push for Harsh Decision After Cody Bellinger Reportedly Sets Selfish Goals

After all, Brian Cashman might not be the one to blame for the Yankees staying silent this long in the offseason. We know that the Yankees have been in on Cody Bellinger for all of the offseason, and now we are getting a pretty good picture of why the Yankees have still not signed Bellinger, as we move deeper into the offseason.

We all have heard rumors that Scott Boras and Cody Bellinger are asking for a ridiculous contract from the Yankees. But now we have numbers.

“I’m told Bellinger is also seeking $36-$37 million per year. The Yankees think that’s crazy, too, although there’s room for negotiation in that regard,” said Bob Klapisch.

Cody Bellinger stands as one of the most valuable free agents on the market today. Teams value his power, defense, and versatility, making him a rare multi-position impact player option. The New York Yankees see him as a lineup stabilizer after a season filled with questions offensively. That importance explains why his free agency has quietly shaped much of the offseason talk.

Bellinger backed his market value with strong numbers during his 2025 season in New York.

He hit .272 with a .334 on-base percentage, 29 home runs, and 98 RBIs total. His 5.1 WAR ranked among the best Yankees outfield seasons in the past decade statistically. That production justified New York’s offering over 30 million annually to keep him long-term.

 

“I’m told Bellinger is also seeking $36-$37 million per year. The Yankees think that’s crazy, too, although there’s room for negotiation in that regard.”

Per @BobKlap on the negotiations between the Yankees and Bellinger. pic.twitter.com/6jGjFgMrLl

— The Yankee Report (@YankeeReport_) January 9, 2026

Despite that offer, Bellinger and Scott Boras have targeted roughly 36 to 37 million per year. That figure sits near Kyle Tucker’s projections around a 37 to 38 million per year range.

Tucker is widely viewed as the top free agent, making Bellinger’s ask harder to justify. As a result, no team has moved decisively toward matching those contract demands so far.

This stalemate has slowly shifted the mood among Yankees fans following negotiations closely this winter. Many now view the price as limiting flexibility, especially with other needs like starting rotation and bullpen remaining on the roster.

That has drawn attention toward alternatives like Bo Bichette, who remains in contact with the New York Yankees.

Brian Cashman’s silence now reads less like hesitation and more like arithmetic refusing Scott Boras’ demands. Cody Bellinger’s 36 to 37 million ask places him awkwardly beside Kyle Tucker, not comfortably within it. At some point, Yankees fans may accept Bo Bichette conversations as realism, not consolation.

Cody Bellinger faces harsh reaction from Yankees fans after recent asking price reveal

This didn’t turn loud overnight. It simmered, stalled, then snapped into focus once the numbers surfaced. What looked like patience now reads like resistance, and suddenly the mood has shifted. Cody Bellinger is no longer a simple solution, and Yankees fans, already tired of waiting, have started drawing their own hard lines.

One Yankees fan said, “If you’re going that high, get the better player in Tucker or go get Bichette +,” reflecting frustration over Bellinger’s 36-37 million annual ask. Kyle Tucker projects around 37-38 million per year and offers 39 home runs with 100 RBIs potential from last season. Bo Bichette hit .311 with 18 homers and 94 RBIs, showing consistent contact and lineup stability for the Blue Jays. The comment captures fans’ belief that the Yankees could get more overall value by pivoting from Bellinger.

One Yankees fan said, “There’s no more than three teams bidding for him. So good luck sitting ST out. Boras is destroying baseball,” expressing frustration over Bellinger’s 36-37 million annual ask. Fans believe Boras is hurting baseball because his tactics inflate player demands beyond reasonable market value. Bellinger hit .272 with 29 home runs and 98 RBIs in 2025, yet the contract request slowed deals.

One Yankees fan said, “I don’t think he’s worth more than 25/30 mil a year tbh.. very solid, but I would rather put the money elsewhere,” showing concern over Bellinger’s 36-37 million annual ask. The fan acknowledges Bellinger’s 2025 stats of .272 average, 29 home runs, and 98 RBIs, calling him solid. However, they feel that paying above 30 million per year exceeds market value for a player with injury history. This reflects a sentiment that the Yankees should consider alternatives if the price remains fixed.

One Yankees fan said, “Guy is delusional. Judges’ annual rate is $40 mil, and this guy thinks he’s 3-4 mil range of him GTFO,” criticizing Bellinger’s 36-37 million annual demand. The fan compares Aaron Judge’s 2025 season, with 35 home runs and 98 RBIs, as justification for his $40 million salary. Bellinger’s .272 average, 29 home runs, and 98 RBIs, while solid, fall short of Judge’s consistent elite production. The comment reflects frustration that Bellinger’s contract expectations are close to a clear franchise cornerstone like Judge.

One Yankees fan said, “Defer money like the Dodgers do and get it done,” urging action on Bellinger’s 36-37 million ask. The Dodgers defer salaries like Edwin Díaz’s $69 million deal, spreading payments until 2047 to manage roster flexibility. This strategy allows teams to acquire multiple high-priced players, as seen with Ohtani’s $680 million deferred contract 2034-2043. The comment reflects fans’ belief that the Yankees could sign big names without exceeding short-term payroll limits.

Cody Bellinger’s 36-37 million demand has turned patience into pressure for the Yankees’ front office. Fans argue that Scott Boras’ tactics distort the market, leaving teams hesitant and negotiations stalled. Some suggest following the Dodgers’ deferred money model, showing the Yankees can buy talent without breaking payroll limits.

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