Likely to demand at least $200 million for 10 years
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Cody Bellinger Rejects 2024 Mutual Options With Chicago Cubs As Expected.
Bellinger signed a one-year, $12.5 million deal with the Cubs after being released as a non-tender by the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the 2023 season. In 2024, it will receive $25 million as a mutual option. The buyout is $5 million.
Therefore, Bellager earned $17.5 million after playing for the Cubs for a year.
Bellinger recorded an offensive slash of . He also hit 26 home runs to mark his revival. He has shown good batting throughout the season, except for a month-long absence due to a left knee injury.
Bellinger, 28, is expected to seek a 10-year, long-term contract worth at least $200 million in the FA market.
Meanwhile, the Cubs are expected to offer Bellinger a qualifying offer of $20.325 million. Bellinger is sure to say no.
