Boras Teases Cubs Reunion: “It’s About Being Part of a Team Pushing for the Ultimate Goal”.vc
LAS VEGAS, NV – At the annual General Managers Meetings, super-agent Scott Boras fueled speculation about a multi-year reunion between free-agent slugger Cody Bellinger and the Chicago Cubs, emphasizing that the decision will be driven by the team’s commitment to winning a championship.
Boras’s comment—“It’s About Being Part of a Team Pushing for the Ultimate Goal”—is a classic Boras statement, signaling that the top priority for Bellinger is landing with a contender, and that the financial offer must reflect that ambition.
The Advantage of the Known
The main character, Cody Bellinger, is one of the most coveted free agents on the market, despite being traded from the Cubs to the Yankees in 2024. Boras made it clear that the Cubs have a unique advantage in this bidding war: familiarity.
In an interview with Marquee Sports Network, Boras highlighted the value of returning to a known environment:
“I think everybody learns that if you know a player who’s 28, 29 [years old] and you know he’s had an .880 OPS in your city, and he performs well there, it’s a real advantage. Because there’s a surety to you bringing someone there that you know has already performed at an elite level. That is an advantage that most free agent relationships does not have.“
Bellinger posted an elite .881 OPS in his first season with the Cubs (2023) and, crucially, his wife enjoyed the Chicago experience—a factor insiders believe could play a surprising role in his decision.
Why the Cubs Are a Perfect Fit
Despite the Cubs trading him, the need for Bellinger has only grown, especially if they fail to secure a megadeal for top free agent Kyle Tucker.
- Roster Need: The Cubs currently have a significant hole in their outfield, particularly at a corner spot, and a need for a reliable left-handed bat who can also spell Michael Busch at first base.
- The “Ultimate Goal”: Bellinger has publicly expressed his love for Wrigley Field and his desire to return to the playoffs with the Cubs, saying last season, “I love Wrigley Field; I love the fans… I didn’t hide the fact internally that I did want to come back here.”
- Contract Projection: Bellinger is projected to land a long-term deal in the range of 5 to 7 years with a total value between $140 million and $185 million.
Boras’s statement serves as a clear challenge to the Cubs’ front office: if they truly want to compete for the “ultimate goal”—a World Series—they must meet the market value for a proven star who has already thrived in their city.
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