Cody Bellinger poised to be traded by the Cubs – RUMORS
Is Cody Bellinger on the trade block for the Chicago Cubs?
The Chicago Cubs lost to the Philadelphia Phillies, 6-4 on Tuesday at Wrigley Field in the first game of a three-game series. The result was the Cubs’ second straight loss and seventh in their last ten games, a streak in which the North Siders have seen victories slip away and rumors of the departure of their top star, Cody Bellinger, grow.
In the midst of this intense speculation in the baseball world, the New York Yankees and Texas Rangers are reportedly showing increasing interest in Chicago Cubs star player Cody Bellinger. Multiple sources close to the negotiations have confirmed that Bellinger, a versatile 28-year-old outfielder, is the top target of the Yankees, who are looking to bolster their offense with Bellinger’s left-handed bat and ability to play first base.
This news comes at a crucial point in the 2024 season, with the Cubs fighting to stay in contention. After a disheartening stretch that has left the team with the third-worst record in the National League, Cubs management may be considering a shift to a selling posture as the MLB trade deadline approaches.
Amid the shifting landscape, Cody Bellinger, who went 4-for-2 with a double and a walk last night, is emerging as one of the top trade assets on the market. The Yankees, who have previously shown interest in the player in both the 2023 season and the offseason, could see Bellinger as the perfect opportunity to strengthen their lineup and improve their chances in the pennant race.
