New York Yankees make key Cody Bellinger decision after disappointing Mets finale

New York Yankees have decided to stick with Cody Bellinger in a prominent position despite his disappointing showing against the New York Mets in their most recent game.

Bellinger struggled to make an impact at the plate during Sunday’s series finale, finishing 0-for-4 as the Yankees recorded a 2-0 victory over the Mets.

Despite that performance, the Yankees have shown their confidence in the slugger by keeping him in the same spot in the batting order for their next game.

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As the Yankees prepare to begin their series against the Detroit Tigers on Monday, Bellinger will once again bat second for the team.

The decision means New York has opted against moving the veteran slugger further down the order following his quiet outing against the Mets.

Bellinger’s previous game included a double play, making his 0-for-4 performance even more frustrating as the Yankees completed their series finale with a shutout victory.

However, rather than making a change to his position in the lineup, the Yankees have kept him near the top of the order for the Tigers matchup.

The decision puts Bellinger in a familiar role as New York looks to move forward from the Mets series. He will have another opportunity to make an impact when the Yankees face Detroit.

The Yankees’ lineup for Monday’s game is:

B. Rice — DH
C. Bellinger — LF
A. Judge — RF
L. García Jr. — 1B
S. Jones — CF
G. Lombard Jr. — SS
R. McMahon — 3B
A. Wells — C
J. Caballero — 2B

With Bellinger remaining second in the order, the Yankees have made their stance clear following his difficult day against the Mets.

Rather than altering his role, New York is giving him another chance to produce from the same spot against the Tigers.