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Alex Bregman Expected to Opt Out of Red Sox Deal After Wild Card Exit

League reporting indicates he will test free agency to secure a longer-term deal.

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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Overview

  • He can void the final two years and roughly $80 million of his three-year, $120 million contract, with $40 million deferred.
  • MLB.com, citing a source, reported it is a near certainty he will opt out and enter free agency without a qualifying offer attached.
  • Boston has new payroll flexibility after moving Rafael Devers’ contract, though a team insider suggested concerns about age and health could make the front office willing to let him walk.
  • Teammates Garrett Crochet and Trevor Story publicly urged his return, highlighting Bregman’s leadership and clubhouse impact.
  • Potential bidders discussed across reports include the Tigers, Cubs, Yankees, Blue Jays, Dodgers and Mariners, with Toronto’s interest characterized as contingent on Bo Bichette’s status.