Breaking news for baseball lovers! Star infielder Alex Bregman is reportedly signing a three-year, $120 million deal with the Boston Red Sox according to MLB insider Mark Feinsand. The unconfirmed deal includes an opt-out post-2025 and 2026. If finalized, acquiring Bregman would alter the Red Sox’s aims for a far stronger season next year.
Bregman Chooses Red Sox Over Bigger Offers
Bregman had the opportunity to sign a gigantic six-year, $171.5 million deal with the Tigers or a four-year, $120 million contract with the Cubs. Ultimately, he chose the Boston Red Sox, even though the contract was shorter.
Why? Flexibility.
He signed a three-year, $120 million contract with the opt-out clauses following the 2025 and 2026 seasons, allowing him the option to pursue new opportunities if he so desires. This agreement will have a ripple effect beyond just the Red Sox; it also impacts MLB betting sites, as oddsmakers adjust their lines with thought of Bregman strengthening Boston’s lineup. This might meaningfully affect reductions for Boston making the playoffs and even odds toward winning the World Series in the upcoming seasons.
The opt-outs, however, entail both positive and negative possibilities for the Red Sox. For instance, if Bregman delivers a stellar season and decides to stay, he improves a lineup already attractive. If he decides to walk, the club is not tied to a long-term deal as a net result.
Bregman, who is betting on himself while joining a team ready to win, has opted for a short but fat contract. Now all eyes are on his ability to help the Red Sox beat the competition and get back to the winning form it had once held.
Bregman’s Offensive and Defensive Impact
The Red Sox should benefit from a well-rounded individual in Alex Bregman who can work the offense and the defense. He has not experienced the highs of 2019, but as hitters go, he makes constant opposing hitters nervous.
A walk-and-strikeout rate of 13.6% puts him in the best category: He rarely misses. Hard-hit contact was 40.4%, a career high, which still means he is making some solid contact. His square-up rate was good enough for 10th best among MLB hitters and speaks to his ability to hit the ball cleanly and effectively.
A truly proven third baseman, Bregman has lightning-fast reflexes and positions himself perfectly. Durability being a consistent trait for his entire career, Bregman hardly misses games and is a terrific asset for any team. Adding fuel to the argument is his postseason pedigree, which includes winning two World Series titles, as it provides leadership and playoff poise to the Red Sox.
His defensive prowess and winning mentality will bring much-needed stability to the infield whether he plays third or shifts to second base. The Red Sox have a stronger, smarter, and more balanced team heading into this season, with Bregman in the mix.
The Red Sox have easily acquired a proven contender with Alex Bregman, someone who can make an immediate impact both offensively and defensively. His powerful bat and championship-studded experience can now be seen working its magic as it helps Boston in yet another chase for playoff glory.
