In a development that has sent the entire baseball world into an emotional tailspin, Cody Bellinger – the star who once captivated Wrigley Field fans – has publicly expressed his desire to return to the Chicago Cubs, the team he said “helped me find myself again.”
Just a few words, but enough to make millions of Cubs Nation’s hearts flutter:
“My heart is still in Chicago. I want to go back there — where I feel loved, where I can live my passion again.”
The statement, shared by Bellinger in a short interview in Los Angeles, quickly went viral on social media. The Cubs fan community was filled with emotions, from hope to emotion, as the star who won the 2019 NL MVP award showed his deep affection for the team that saved his career.
Not long ago, Bellinger seemed to have faded into oblivion. After a disappointing 2021–2022 season with the Dodgers, many thought he had lost his luster. But the Cubs – with quiet faith – gave him a second chance.
And Bellinger responded in the most impressive way. In 2023, he batted .307 with 26 home runs, 97 RBIs and an OPS of .881, becoming the heartbeat of a young, hungry team. He was not just a hero in big games, but also a symbol of the fighting spirit, of a spectacular rebirth amid pressure and doubt.
“The Cubs gave me a chance when the world turned its back. In Chicago, I was more than just a player – I was a person accepted, believed in,” Bellinger said emotionally.
Experts believe this was more than just an emotional statement. It’s a clear signal from Bellinger – who is a free agent after declining his option to extend – that he wants the Cubs to act quickly to re-sign him.
Multiple sources say the Cubs still see him as a “top priority” this winter, but negotiations have slowed down due to length and salary issues. A six- to seven-year deal worth between $180 million and $200 million is what Bellinger and his agent, Scott Boras, are reportedly aiming for.
If the Cubs wait, other teams – particularly the Yankees and Giants – could step in. But with this heartfelt statement, Bellinger seems to be sending the message that he wants to stay at Wrigley Field more than anywhere else.
One fan wrote:
“Cody is the life of the 2023 season. He makes the Cubs fun to watch again. Please, keep him.”
“Bellinger doesn’t just help the Cubs win, he brings belief. A player like that can’t just walk away.”
In the calculating world of baseball, emotions rarely play such a large role. But Cody Bellinger—who hit rock bottom, then rose to glory amid the cheers of Wrigley Field—seems to want to end his story where it was reborn.
If the Cubs truly listen to the hearts of their fans and their players, perhaps the spring of 2026 will bring a cheer of “Belli’s back!” to Chicago again.
And when he does, Bellinger will be more than just a star. He will be a symbol—of belief, of return, and of the undying love between a player and the city he calls “home.”
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