The Yankees extended Bednar a one-year, $23.15 million qualifying offer Monday.
In his first full season with the Yankees, Bednar recorded 35 saves with a 2.47 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 76:20 K:BB across 69.1 innings. Only Bryan Baker and Cade Smith recorded more saves in the American League during the 2026 regular season. Bednar recently turned 32 years old and has until Nov. 17 to accept or decline the qualifying offer.