It’s past Christmas, and Alex Bregman is still a free agent. Bregman is one of the best third-baseman free agents. Yet, teams have not taken a closer step to sign an experienced player like Bregman. Perhaps they are waiting for the right time to strike a deal, or Scott Boras is playing the waiting game.
A few teams, including the Yankees and Red Sox, were predicted to go all in for Bregman. However, their chances seem to be slipping away. The Detroit Tigers have finally gotten the taste of the postseason. They are keen on making the playoffs in 2025, and Bregman can make that run a little easier.
The Tigers have signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year deal and are predicted to continue their hot pursuit. Following their latest signing, the team’s President of Baseball Operations stated that they are already working to get better.
When asked about Bregman after signing Torres, Harris said via Yahoo Sports, “I can’t comment on any current free agent. I can just tell you we are already working to continue to get better. “
Per a source I spoke with last night, Detroit is "lurking" for Alex Bregman.
— Marc Ryan (@MarcRyanOnAir) December 28, 2024
My take: If you lurk too long, the prey gets away.
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Many speculate the Tigers will continue their hot pursuit of Bregman. With many teams remaining silent, it’s safe to say that Detroit remains a top landing spot for the All-Star slugger.
Tigers And Alex Bregman Might Settle For A Short-Term Deal
Bregman wanted something close to $200 million for the next six years. Now that the Yankees have signed enough players and several teams have yet to make an offer, Bregman could settle for something less like a two or three-year deal.
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A short-term deal will certainly help the Tigers, but it also depends on Boras and how long he plans to play the waiting game. Signing just before Spring Training has affected several players, including Jordan Montgomery.
Blake Snell signed late with the Giants this year, and his performance in the first half dipped. Undoubtedly, Alex Bregman will find a team soon; a short-term deal worth $100 million could speed up the process. Meanwhile, Roki Sasaki’s rumors continue to get hot between NL West teams.
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