Now a free agent, Bellinger can sign with any team, including the Yankees. While there is mutual interest, negotiations have reportedly stalled in the days leading up to the winter meetings. According to Robert Murray of Fansided.com, the Yankees and Bellinger are “not close” to a new contract, signaling uncertainty about his return.

The New York Yankees could import some talent from Chicago, with one analyst predicting the team will sign Kyle Tucker to a massive contract.