Cubs trade Cody Bellinger, cash to Yankees for Cody Poteet

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The Chicago Cubs traded Cody Bellinger and $5 million to the New York Yankees in exchange for right-handed reliever Cody Poteet. This move comes after the Cubs recently acquired Kyle Tucker, making Bellinger expendable in their outfield lineup.

Trade Details

• Yankees receive: Cody Bellinger, $5 million
• Cubs receive: RHP Cody Poteet

Key Context

• Bellinger has a $27.5 million player option for 2025
• He previously won NL MVP in 2019 with the Dodgers
• The Cubs had a crowded outfield after acquiring Tucker
• Bellinger will likely play center field for the Yankees, moving Aaron Judge to right field

The trade allows the Cubs to clear outfield depth while the Yankees add a left-handed bat to replace Juan Soto's offensive production. Bellinger, who revived his career with the Cubs in 2023, will look to regain his previous form in New York.