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Yankees Sign Bellinger, Eye Martinez and Grichuk

2/3/2026

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Summary

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The New York Yankees signed Cody Bellinger this offseason.
They will start the season without Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón, signaling a potential need for another arm.
MLB insider Jon Heyman said the Yankees are eyeing veteran Nick Martinez as a rotation starter or bullpen swingman.
The Yankees are exploring a right-handed bat, with Randal Grichuk as a candidate to bolster the outfield against left-handed pitching.

History

Historical Context

In 1961, Major League Baseball expanded by adding the New York Mets and Houston Colt .45s, marking the first expansion since 1901. This move aimed to counter the threat of the proposed Continental League and nearly doubled the league's size. The Yankees, adapting their roster to maintain competitiveness, exemplify the ongoing evolution of MLB in response to changing dynamics in the sport.

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Story summary

The New York Yankees signed Cody Bellinger this offseason.
They will start the season without Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón, signaling a potential need for another arm.
MLB insider Jon Heyman said the Yankees are eyeing veteran Nick Martinez as a rotation starter or bullpen swingman.
The Yankees are exploring a right-handed bat, with Randal Grichuk as a candidate to bolster the outfield against left-handed pitching.

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