Luke Weaver's stance on Mets' Cody Bellinger pursuit speaks volumes

New York Mets reliever Luke Weaver sent a clear message about Cody Bellinger.

Sep 2, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Luke Weaver (30) comes off the field after he pitches against the Texas Rangers during the seventh inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

While the New York Mets losing star closer Edwin Diaz in free agency was a tough pill for fans to swallow, at least the front office didn't dwell on Diaz joining the Los Angeles Dodgers for long.

They signed former Yankees reliever Luke Weaver just a few days after Diaz jumped ship. This makes for the third former Yankees closer David Stearns and the Mets' front office has signed in the past two offseasons, as they got Clay Holmes last winter (and then converted him into a starting pitcher) and added Devin Williams a short time before Diaz made his decision.

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It's no secret that the Mets' poaching of former Yankees players in free agency has been a focal point among both fan bases in recent years. In addition to these three closers, Juan Soto's signing with the Mets instead of the Yankees last offseason was one of the sport's biggest stories.

And the Mets might not be done signing Yankees standouts, as they appear to be among the favorites to sign star outfielder Cody Bellinger.

Oct 2, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (35) reacts at second base after hitting a double in the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Luke Weaver shares strong message about Cody Bellinger amid Mets' pursuit

One positive aspect of signing so many former teammates is that they already have a good feeling for how each other operates in the clubhouse. And Luke Weaver had nothing but good things to say about Bellinger in that regard during his January 12 appearance on Foul Territory.

“Great player, even better dude. He’s consistent, he’s the same guy, he’s a guy you want in your clubhouse and a player you certainly want on your team," Weaver said of Bellinger during the show, per an article from Mark Suleymanov of the New York Post.

IT'S A THREE HOME RUN GAME FOR CODY BELLINGER 😤 pic.twitter.com/1PL6r4CF9N

— MLB (@MLB) July 12, 2025

When reflecting on his Yankees tenure, Weaver added, “I am forever ingrained into that organization. These last two years resurrecting my career, game, momentum and just being able to play on a platform that’s just really high. To be able to do some cool things and for my own personal gain, gain that confidence and love for baseball once again and see where it takes me to the finish. I really, really loved and valued every single person in that clubhouse and on the team in general."

While Weaver holds his former franchise in high regard, he also made it clear that he's excited for this new chapter in Queens.

And perhaps he'll be embarking on this new chapter alongside Bellinger.