Summary
The Boston Red Sox signed infielder Alex Bregman last offseason, but he is now a free agent again. The Detroit Tigers and Red Sox may both pursue him, with the Tigers being seen as a strong fit for his skills. Bregman might sign a lucrative deal, but the Tigers need to consider their budget due to their other financial commitments.
Key Facts
- Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox last year but is now a free agent again.
- The Detroit Tigers were interested in Bregman last year and might try to sign him this offseason.
- Bregman opted out of his contract, which allows him to explore offers from other teams.
- MLB analyst Mark Feinsand suggested the Tigers as a good fit for Bregman.
- The Tigers finished last in the American League for third base performance in a key statistic (OPS), indicating a need for improvement in that area.
- Bregman is projected to sign a contract worth $182 million, according to Jim Bowden of The Athletic.
- The Tigers face budget considerations due to other players, like Tarik Skubal, whom they may want to extend.
