RUMORS: Yankees Reportedly OUT on Bellinger, Cubs Sign Bregman | Mets the FAVORITES to Land Peralta?

Yankees reportedly drop out of the Cody Bellinger sweepstakes, leaving Scott Boras scrambling to secure a blockbuster deal as rival suitors reconsider their options.  

Can the New York Mets capitalize, or will Bellinger’s high price tag drive the market in a surprising direction?  

Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs shake up MLB free agency by landing Alex Bregman on a five-year, $175 million contract, sparking a ripple effect among contenders seeking marquee talent.

Ryan Finkelstein breaks down how the Cubs’ bold move affects Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, and the shifting dynamics for the Red Sox, Yankees, and Phillies.  

Plus, the Mets emerge as favorites to trade for Brewers ace Freddy Peralta—will rising prospects like Brandon Sproat or Jonah Tong get the deal done?  

Explore how Bregman’s signing and brewing trade rumors could redefine the Mets’ offseason—and why all eyes are now on David Stearns’ next move.

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