Why Cody Bellinger Feels Like Relief, Not a Win
Podcast: Evan & TikiPublished On: Wed Jan 21 2026
Description: As Cody Bellinger edges closer to re-signing with the New York Yankees, we unpack why this move feels more like relief than celebration for Yankee fans. After months of leaked contract numbers, missed backup plans, and a quiet offseason, the expectations in the Bronx have clearly shifted. We discuss how the market dried up, why the Yankees backed themselves into needing Bellinger’s bat, and how the bar slowly got lowered from blockbuster dreams to simply “being set.” Plus, an honest look at how the Yankees could still improve without a flashy offseason, relying on internal growth, healthier pitching, and year-two impact from deadline additions. It’s a reality check on the Yankees’ winter, the psychology of fan expectations, and why January optimism looks very different than it did in November.
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