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Yankees’ new outfielder targeting MVP-caliber form: ‘It’s possible’

Cody Bellinger has been an MVP before. He’s also struggled through injuries, inconsistency, and a dip in power. Now, as he enters his first season in pinstripes, the Yankees are hoping to get something closer to the elite version of Bellinger rather than the slightly above-average one they saw in 2024.

The 29-year-old is confident he can deliver.

“Yeah, I definitely do think it’s possible,” Bellinger said of returning to his peak form. “Like I said, I’m healthy, I’m still really young [29], I’m stronger than I was back then. I would argue I’m the same speed.