Chicago Cubs begin GM meetings with roster clarity

How Bellinger's return could forge Cubs' offseason path
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Chicago Cubs begin GM meetings with roster clarity following Cody Bellinger’s decision: ‘We’re looking to be creative’
SAN ANTONIO — The Chicago Cubs’ offseason roster-building approach has gained much-needed clarity thanks to Cody Bellinger’s contract decision. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer was informed a little over a week ago by Bellinger’s agent ...
Cody Bellinger opting in gives Cubs ‘clarity’ as they head into critical offseason
Jed Hoyer said Bellinger's decision was good news: "Now we know what our roster looks like and we can go about building the team."
Cody Bellinger Set to Return to Cubs in 2025 After Declining to Opt Out of Contract
The 29-year-old initially signed with the Cubs in Dec. 2022 following a rough final three seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bellinger slashed .203/.272/.376 from 2020 to '22 after slashing .278/.368/.559 from 2017 to '19; he had been the National League's Rookie of the Year in '17 and MVP in '19.
Sources: Cubs' Cody Bellinger opts in for 2025 season
Cubs infielder/outfielder Cody Bellinger has decided to stay in Chicago after opting into his contract for the 2025 season, sources told ESPN.
Bellinger exercising option, returning to Cubs in 2025 (source)
Much of how the Cubs could proceed with their offseason strategy in the coming months hinged on Cody Bellinger's decision to either stay put in Chicago or enter free agency again. Bellinger is not going anywhere.
Cody Bellinger free agency: Cubs outfielder picks up player option to remain in Chicago, per report
Chicago Cubs outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger exercised his $27.5 million player option and will remain in the team in 2025, reports ESPN. The Cubs have not yet confirmed the news. Bellinger's option came with a $2.
Report: Cody Bellinger returning to Cubs in 2025
Former National League MVP Cody Bellinger will earn $27.5 million after opting in for the 2025 season with the Chicago Cubs, per an ESPN report on Saturday.
Cody Bellinger picks up his $27.5 million player option with the Cubs, AP source says
Cody Bellinger has picked up his $27.5 million player option with the Chicago Cubs, answering a major offseason question for the team.
Report: Cody Bellinger picks up his $27.5 million player option with the Cubs
Bellinger batted .266 with 18 home runs and 78 RBIs in 130 games this year. He was on the injured list from April 24 to May 7 with a right rib fracture.
With Cody Bellinger back, Cubs expected to pursue 'signature move'
The Chicago Cubs lineup appears well set with the return of Cody Bellinger, and the team is now expected to pursue one of the top pitcher available in free agency.
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Cubs' Cody Bellinger picks up $27.5 million player option for 2025, meaning he won’t test free agency
CHICAGO — Cody Bellinger is staying with the Chicago Cubs. The 29-year-old outfielder has picked up his $27.5 million ...
Cody Bellinger opts in for another season with Cubs
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 24: Cody Bellinger #24 of the Chicago Cubs prepares to bat during the sixth inning ...