The New York Yankees appear to be taking a hard line with their free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger, according to a report from a top insider.

According to a new report from ESPN’s Buster Olney, talks between the Yankees and Bellinger are at an impasse, with the franchise now operating under the assumption that he will sign with a new team. Olney noted that New York is now seeking additions elsewhere, citing sources.

In New York, they know they cannot afford to go another season without being protagonists, which is why they are beginning to stay active in this offseason. Just this week they sen

"The Dodgers seek another bat, preferably a big one," ESPN's Alden Gonzalez wrote on Thursday. "They remain on the periphery for Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger, ready to pounce if a short-term deal with a high average annual value becomes alluring to either. And they'll pivot to the trade market if it doesn't."

Insider breaks down Cody Bellinger’s value versus Nico Hoerner and Luis Robert Jr., noting dips in production and consistency concerns.

When the offseason ends, everybody is going remember the Cody Bellinger saga. Everybody is going to remember how Scott Boras and Cody Bellinger were playing with the market, asking for an insane price.

Any contract negotiations between the Yankees and All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger are "at an impasse," reports ESPN. Perhaps more importantly, the Yankees, who were previously of the mindset that Bellinger was attainable, are now reportedly looking toward 2026 under the belief that they won't have Bellinger.

The New York Mets have made their interest in signing Cody Bellinger apparent. While David Stearns and the rest of the Mets' front office are also keeping clos