With the New York Yankees reportedly losing hope to keep free agent Cody Bellinger, they could consider a different direction.

Yankees linked to $8.5 million two-time All-Star, three-time Gold Glove to replace Cody Bellinger originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

The Yankees face big offseason decisions, having lost Juan Soto. Key players like Trent Grisham, Paul Goldschmidt, and Luke Weaver could test free agency. However, one of the biggest calls involves Cody Bellinger, who joined New York via trade last year.

While the conversation about the Yankees' outfield has been centered around Cody Bellinger versus Kyle Tucker, there's one variable in this being ignored.

The New York Mets are searching for a centerfielder, and one source believes Cody Bellinger is a good fit for them.

Cody Bellinger opted out of his contract, and the Yankees must now navigate his potential departure from the team.