The Cubs might be fine with Bellinger staying or leaving, considering their internal options and the value he brings as a two-way player.

Cody Bellinger has one of the more significant opt-out decisions of the offseason. The Cubs center fielder/first baseman needs to decide whether to bypass the remaining two years and $50M on the three-year,

RBI showing in his most recent game (going 1-for-4), will take the field for the Chicago Cubs versus Trevor Williams and the Washington Nationals on Friday.

The Cubs trailed 6-5 after Gallo's shot in the sixth off reliever Drew Smyly, but took the lead for good with a two-run seventh.

DENVER — Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland challenged Cody Bellinger up and in with a sinker. But Bellinger’s smooth swing met it out in front to drive a solo home run just over the right-field wall. Add Freeland to the list of left-handed pitchers who have been victimized by Bellinger this year.

Following a four-strikeout outing in his previous game, Cody Bellinger is looking to get back on track on Monday. The Chicago Cubs take on the Oakland Athletics and will face starter Joey Estes at

LOS ANGELES — When the Chicago Cubs analyze their underwhelming season and assess the options this winter, they may have to deal with a new perception issue. Any free agent with the star power to transform their offense will presumably notice how unkind the Friendly Confines have been to hitters recently.