Did Cody Bellinger ever say he would not sign with the New York Mets?No, Cody Bellinger never explicitly said he wouldn't sign with the Mets; rather, reports throughout the 2024-2025 offseason indicated he was weighing offers, including significant interest from the Mets, but ultimately prioritized returning to the Yankees, signing a five-year, $162.5 million deal with them in January 2026, despite the Mets also making strong bids.Key Points:Mets Interest: The Mets were actively pursuing Bellinger during the offseason, with reports highlighting their strong interest and significant offers, seeing him as a key addition.
Yankees Preference: Bellinger expressed a strong desire to stay with the Yankees, where he had an "unbelievable time" and felt the organization and fans were special.
Negotiation Stalemate: A lengthy negotiation ensued, with Bellinger seeking a longer-term deal (around seven years) and the Yankees initially hesitant to exceed five years, creating a stalemate.
Final Decision: After rejecting the Yankees' initial offers and waiting for a longer deal that didn't materialize from other teams, Bellinger ultimately agreed to the Yankees' five-year offer, choosing to stay in the Bronx.
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