Yankees Re-Sign Cody Bellinger to Five-Year, $162.5M Deal

The New York Yankees re-signed Cody Bellinger to a five-year, $162.5 million contract on January 21, 2026. The deal includes a $20 million signing bonus (no deferrals), salaries of $32.5 million in years one and two, $25.8 million in years three and four, and $25.9 million in year five, plus a full no-trade clause and player opt-outs after 2027 and 2028.

Context

The signing followed extended negotiations with Bellinger’s agent Scott Boras. The Yankees had pursued a seven-year deal but settled on five years. Other top free agents Kyle Tucker (Dodgers) and Bo Bichette (Mets) had already signed, which helped clarify the market.

2025 Performance

Bellinger batted .272/.334/.480 with 29 home runs in 152 games in 2025, earning All-MLB Second Team honors. It was his best season since 2019, when he won NL MVP with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

What It Means for AthX

Bellinger staying in New York keeps his lineup, ballpark, and role unchanged—no team or park shift to price in. His AthX value continues to reflect his production as a middle-of-order bat in a strong Yankees lineup. Dynamic pricing will track his health and performance; opt-outs in 2027 and 2028 could create contract-year volatility later. Browse the marketplace to see how signings affect player values on AthX. *Sources: Pinstripe Alley, MLB Trade Rumors, AP, MLB.com. Fact-checked February 1, 2026.*