Brian Cashman was asked about Jasson Dominguez's role with the Yankees in 2025 after the addition of Cody Bellinger.
According to Heyman, the Yankees are interested in adding Bellinger as their starting first baseman with the knowledge that his center field defense would also give them an insurance policy in case rookie Jasson Dominguez isn't ready. However, the Cubs are "asking the Yankees to take on nearly the full $52.5M Bellinger's due over the next couple years, and the Yankees are expecting more cash coming back." The Yankees can certainly take on that level of contract, but with Christian Walker and Pete Alonso also still free agents, it's possible that New York doesn't feel the need to give up assets and take on all of Bellinger's salary until they're sure he's the best and most realistic option for them.
The Yankees are going to pivot significantly after losing generational superstar Juan Soto to the Mets and Dominguez might finally get a real opportunity at the highest level. The 21-year-old phenom is universally-regarded as one of the top fantasy prospects in the game and could make a significant impact next year as a five-category contributor. We're not ruling out the possibility that New York brings in some additional bats via free agency to challenge him, but he's going to be one of the biggest names to watch in spring training.