The New York Yankees are exploring a trade for Cody Bellinger from the Chicago Cubs, following the loss of Juan Soto to the New York Mets. The Yankees aim to strengthen their lineup and have proposed right-handed pitcher Will Warren as part of the deal.

However, financial negotiations are complicated, with the Cubs requesting the Yankees to cover nearly all of Bellinger's $52.5 million contract. The Yankees also have interests in other hitters to enhance their roster balance.