NL Central Shakeup: Chicago Cubs Trading for Former MVP Cody Bellinger to New York Yankees

Sep 11, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Cody Bellinger (24) is greeted in the dugout after scoring a run during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images | Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

CINCINNATI — The Cubs are trading former MVP Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

The 29-year-old has two years left on his contract and could opt out after next season. He posted a .266/.325/.426 slash line with 18 home runs and 78 RBI in 130 games for the Cubs last season.

New York is sending right-handed relief pitcher Cody Poteet to Chicago in the deal.

This is another major move in the National League Central Division. The Cubs shed salary. They've made multiple offseason additions.

Meanwhile, the Reds have a new manager in Terry Francona, they acquired starting pitcher Brady Singer in a trade with the Royals and are reportedly eyeing help in the outfield.

This is just the latest move in what should continue to be a busy offseason in the division.

Full trade, per ESPN sources: Cody Bellinger and cash go to the New York Yankees, right-handed reliever Cody Poteet goes to the Chicago Cubs.

— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 17, 2024

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