Cubs Receive Major Cody Bellinger Update Amid Free Agency Rumors

The Chicago Cubs finally made a big-time move after a slow start to the MLB offseason.

No, the move was not to sign a top-tier free agent. Instead, Jed Hoyer and the front office went out and acquired starting pitcher Edward Cabrera in a major trade with the Miami Marlins. To get him, the Cubs had to part ways with top outfield prospect Owen Caissie.

While there are some who are upset about the fact that Caissie was traded, the opportunity to acquire Cabrera was too good for Chicago to pass on. Cabrera will fill the obvious void that the starting rotation had last season. He will also be under team control for the next three seasons and could become the featured starter in the rotation if he can stay healthy and reach his ceiling.

After the move to address the pitching rotation, the Cubs still need to figure out the offense. Kyle Tucker is almost certain to leave town, although there is still a chance Chicago could circle back around and bring him back. Assuming Tucker leaves, the need for a bat will be obvious in the lineup.

One potential option who has come up as a very intriguing target for the Cubs is none other than veteran outfielder Cody Bellinger.

Bellinger was a fan favorite during his previous tenure in Chicago. Bringing him back is something that fans would love to see.

With that in mind, a new update has been shared about the Cubs’ interest in Bellinger. Not only is the interest real, it sounds like Chicago would rather find a way to sign Bellinger this offseason than bringing Tucker back. That report comes from Bruce Levine of 670 The Score.

“It’s gonna cost you some money because there’s a bidding war going on for him right now,” Levine said.

During the 2025 MLB season with the New York Yankees, Bellinger had a quality year. He hit 29 home runs to go along with 98 RBI and also slashed .272/.334/.480.

Adding Bellinger would not just fill the need for an outfielder. In addition, the Cubs would be adding a player who could fill in at first base when needed. He could shift to center field to give Pete Crow-Armstrong a day off from time to time as well.

Only time will tell whether or not Chicago is serious about bringing Bellinger back. However, it’s an option that seems to be very real. Keep an eye on the Cubs as a destination for Bellinger as his market continues to develop.

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