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Alex Bregman Expected to Opt Out After Red Sox Wild Card Exit, Drawing Broad Free-Agent Interest

An All-Star season coupled with a prized clubhouse reputation positions him for a rich market.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 02: Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox grounds into a force out during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees in game three of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on October 02, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 30: Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during game one of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 30, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
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Oct 1, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) hits a single during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Reports following Boston’s Wild Card loss indicate Bregman is likely to exercise his opt-out and enter free agency.
  • He signed a three-year, $120 million deal last offseason and has two years and $40 million remaining if he does not opt out.
  • His 2025 performance strengthened his market case, with a .273 average, an .821 OPS, and a third All-Star selection.
  • Teammates Garrett Crochet and Trevor Story publicly pushed for his return, pointing to his leadership and overall impact.
  • If he tests the market, Boston can still try to re-sign him, with outside interest speculated from clubs such as the Blue Jays depending on Bo Bichette’s future.