Black New York Yankees Business Notebook

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• Yankees, Bellinger Remain Apart on Contract Length and Value January 9, 2026
  The Yankees and Cody Bellinger are at a standstill in contract talks over length and value, with agent Scott Boras seeking a long-term deal the team is hesitant
• Yankees Claim Reliever Kaleb Ort Off Waivers From Astros January 9, 2026
  The New York Yankees have claimed right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Houston Astros to add experienced depth to their bullpen for the upcoming
• Yankees Offer Bellinger Contract Exceeding $30 Million Annually, Length Remains Obstacle January 9, 2026
  The New York Yankees have offered Cody Bellinger a contract with an AAV over $30M, but the length of the deal remains a major obstacle in ongoing negotiations.
• Yankees Reportedly Discussing MacKenzie Gore Trade With Nationals January 8, 2026
  The New York Yankees are reportedly in trade discussions with the Washington Nationals for young, controllable left-handed pitcher MacKenzie Gore.
• Yankees Reportedly Increase Focus on Bo Bichette Amid Bellinger Stalemate January 8, 2026
  The New York Yankees are reportedly intensifying their pursuit of free agent shortstop Bo Bichette as contract negotiations with top target Cody Bellinger have
• Yankees Weighing Outfield Alternatives Amid Cody Bellinger Negotiations January 8, 2026
  The New York Yankees are targeting top free agent Cody Bellinger but are also considering outfielders Tommy Pham and Austin Hays as contingency plans.
• Yankees Re-evaluating Pitching Market After Cabrera Trade to Cubs January 8, 2026
  After the Cubs acquired Edward Cabrera, the New York Yankees are pivoting their search for starting pitching. MacKenzie Gore emerges as a top trade target.
• Yankees Fail to Acquire Edward Cabrera, Reportedly 'Never Close' to Trade January 7, 2026
  The New York Yankees' search for pitching hits a snag as they fail to acquire Edward Cabrera. With key starters injured, the team now eyes other trade targets.
• Boone Voiced Support for Judge's World Baseball Classic Participation January 7, 2026
  Yankees manager Aaron Boone voiced strong support for Aaron Judge's participation in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, calling it the 'right thing' for the star.
• Yankees Among Teams to Inquire About Free Agent Bo Bichette January 6, 2026
  The New York Yankees are reportedly among the teams, including the Dodgers and Cubs, to inquire about star free agent shortstop Bo Bichette this offseason.