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Red Sox Pivot to Bo Bichette After Cubs Outbid for Alex Bregman: Report

Red Sox Pivot to Bo Bichette After Cubs Outbid for Alex Bregman: Report

Summary

The Boston Red Sox lost out on signing Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs, who offered him a five-year, $175 million deal. The Red Sox are now interested in signing Bo Bichette as a potential replacement for Bregman.

Key Facts

  • The Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract.
  • The Red Sox were also interested in Bregman but did not match the Cubs' offer.
  • Bregman's deal with the Cubs has no opt-outs and includes a no-trade clause.
  • Bo Bichette is a free agent, and the Red Sox are considering signing him.
  • Bichette is meeting with several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Yankees.
  • Bo Bichette is younger than Bregman and known for his strong hitting ability.

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