Jackson Holliday, Jordan Westburg, Coby Mayo, Gunnar Henderson, and Ryan Mountcastle make up a crowded infield, and that isn't even including the lack of a designated hitter spot, thanks to Samuel Basallo and Adley Rutschman.

Bregman turned that deal down and instead signed a three-year, $120 million ($40 million AAV) contract with the Red Sox that included an opt-out after 2025. Bregman missed some time in 2025 with injuries, but overall batted .273/.360/.462 with 18 home runs in 114 games, good for 3.5 fWAR (also 3.5 bWAR).

The key question in the Boston Red Sox's offseason is whether Alex Bregman stays or goes, and every other move that happens until he signs can swing the pendulu

A recent bold prediction has the Detroit Tigers making a big splash in free agency this year by signing Alex Bregman.

The Boston Red Sox could lose Alex Bregman in free agency, and the Detroit Tigers would make sense as a suitor.

Dustin Pedroia could understand Rafael Devers' reaction to the Red Sox signing Alex Bregman last offseason before Boston traded Devers.

For Scott Boras clients, it's always his way or the highway. That might not be good news for Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso and Cody Bellinger this offseason.