Height
6'3"
Weight
204 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Draft
2013, Rd 4, #124
Experience
10 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 1160 | 0.26078755 | 225 | 695 | 0.8176868 | 104 | 1106 |
Current Contract
Length
5 years
Total Value
$162.5M
Guaranteed
$97.5M
AAV
$32.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Cody Bellinger's 5-year, $162.5 million deal with the Yankees ($32.5M AAV) earns a D- CVI, reflecting a contract that significantly overvalues an above-average but declining asset. While Bellinger showed flashes of his MVP form during his bounce-back 2023 season with the Cubs, paying elite money for a 29-year-old corner outfielder with inconsistency issues represents poor resource allocation for New York. The Yankees are essentially betting $162.5 million that Bellinger's recent resurgence is sustainable rather than an outlier, despite his well-documented struggles with breaking balls and his defensive limitations becoming more pronounced. At this AAV, the contract assumes Bellinger will produce 4-5 WAR annually, which feels optimistic given his injury history and the natural aging curve for corner outfielders approaching 30. The Yankees' competitive window demands more reliable production, and this deal ties up significant payroll in a player whose floor remains uncomfortably low for a franchise-altering investment.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Cody Bellinger, a left fielder for the Yankees, carries positive public sentiment based on their elite production. His A- performance grade positions him among the elite at the left fielder position. His accolades include Silver Slugger, Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, MVP, adding to his standing and public recognition. On a contract worth $32.5M/year, the hefty investment brings heightened scrutiny and sky-high expectations from the fanbase. Fan perception is broadly favorable, with supporters recognizing his consistent contributions and growing confidence in his trajectory. At 30, with elite production already established, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ TB | L 3-5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Sun, 4/5 | vs MIA | L 6-7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
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