Summary
The Boston Red Sox are looking for a replacement for Alex Bregman, who chose not to continue his contract, becoming a free agent. They were considering Japan's Kazuma Okamoto, but reports say he will not be available for MLB teams this year.
Key Facts
- Alex Bregman played his first season with the Red Sox after signing a three-year, $120 million contract.
- Bregman did not extend his contract with the Red Sox, making him a free agent.
- The Red Sox need a replacement for Bregman, a three-time All-Star player.
- Kazuma Okamoto, a top Japanese baseball player, was a potential candidate for replacement.
- Reports indicate the Yomiuri Giants will not allow Okamoto to be available for MLB teams this year.
- The posting system allows MLB teams to sign Japanese players for a fee, but Okamoto will not be posted.
- Other MLB teams, like the Chicago Cubs and New York Yankees, were also interested in Okamoto.
