Yankees fans, dry those tears—because according to Clay Bellinger, New York didn’t lose out by letting superstar slugger Juan Soto go. In fact, the former Yankees player and father of new Bronx Bomber Cody Bellinger believes the team came out way ahead.
In a bold statement to TMZ Sports, Clay called the Yankees’ decision not to keep Soto a “no-brainer,” praising the high-value return the team gained by reallocating the $700+ million they had initially set aside for the All-Star outfielder.
Juan Soto? Thanks, But No Thanks
The baseball world was rocked when Soto passed on the Yankees’ offer and took the New York Mets’ staggering $765 million deal instead. But while some fans feared the Bronx Bombers had lost a key piece of their championship puzzle, Clay Bellinger isn’t buying it.
“You’re getting three or four guys instead of one,” he said. “It ended up being a no-brainer. For me, anyway.”
And he’s got a point. The Yankees didn’t sit idle after Soto walked—they reloaded.
The Bronx Got Stacked
With their Soto money back in play, the Yankees made bold, strategic moves that look golden in hindsight:
- Paul Goldschmidt – veteran power bat with big-game experience
- Devin Williams – elite closer and shutdown bullpen anchor
- Max Fried – frontline starter with postseason poise
- Cody Bellinger – former MVP and postseason hero, now starring in pinstripes
All four have delivered immediate results, giving the Yankees a much deeper and more balanced roster heading into the heart of the season.
Soto Struggling with the Mets?
While Juan Soto’s Mets career is still young, the transition hasn’t been seamless. He’s faced early struggles adjusting to the new team and the pressure of that historic contract.
Meanwhile, the Yankees’ multi-headed monster is already clicking—on both sides of the ball.
Clay Bellinger didn’t throw shade directly—but the message was clear: the Yankees may have dodged a very expensive bullet.
Bellinger Bloodline Thriving in the Bronx
Clay knows a thing or two about wearing pinstripes. He played three seasons with the Yankees from 1999 to 2001, winning two World Series titles. Now, his son Cody is following in those legendary footsteps—and thriving.
“Cody’s been loving it so far in the Bronx,” Clay said proudly.
And fans might be treated to a heartwarming moment later this year: Clay revealed he’s signed on for Old-Timers’ Day at Yankee Stadium. That means father and son may soon share the same field in front of thousands of roaring fans.
Yankees All In on Team Chemistry Over Star Power
Letting go of a mega-talent like Soto would rattle most franchises. But the Yankees, bolstered by savvy moves and deep pockets, are showing that a well-rounded team often outpaces a solo superstar.
Clay Bellinger’s confident stance just reflects what many insiders are starting to see: this Yankees squad might be better for not banking on Soto.
What do you think, Yankees fans? Was letting Juan Soto go the smart move? Or could this come back to haunt the Bronx? Drop your take in the comments!
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