While the Houston Astros still have interest in Alex Bregman, their discussions about a potential reunion with the free-agent third baseman have been mostly “internal,” general manager Dana Brown said Tuesday.
Given the latest reporting on the Alex Bregman sweepstakes, Boston Red Sox broadcaster Lou Merloni is ready to move on.
Months later, Bregman remains unsigned, and a resolution with his free agency does not appear any closer. Among the teams that have been linked to Bregman in reports include the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers. But the reality is that none of the teams listed are close to signing the All-Star infielder.
Increasingly, signs point to the possibility of the Houston Astros bringing back free-agent infielder (and Astros lifer) Alex Bregman. The club cleared some payroll space by reportedly agreeing to trade reliever Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs,
The Astros front office continues to hold those internal discussions as they look for something that can make sense for the team and their All-Star third baseman.
With Bregman weighing his options, the Astros could look to target a less expensive player in Polanco who is coming off knee surgery.
As the Houston Astros work to re-sign Alex Bregman, they are also showing "strong interest" in other options, including veteran infielder Jorge
Astros star Jose Altuve is "willing to do whatever," including switching positions, to keep Alex Bregman with Houston.
The Houston Astros are seriously considering moving José Altuve to left field, a move that could pave the way for Alex Bregman's return to the team. Whether the third baseman comes back or not, it seems like 'Astro Boy' is on his way to becoming an outfielder in the MLB.
The Houston Astros are reportedly eyeing Seattle Mariners infielder Jorge Polanco as a potential Alex Bregman replacement.
The Houston Astros are reportedly still in pursuit of free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman as of Tuesday morning. Houston's brass also appears to have a cost-effective replacement in mind should Bregman seek greener pastures before next season.