Alex Bregman’s Free Agency Stalls as MLB Teams Hesitate on Long-Term Deals

The former Astros third baseman remains unsigned after rejecting a $156M offer, with Houston keeping the door slightly open for his return.

Alex Bregman, a two-time All-Star, is still a free agent after turning down a six-year, $156 million offer from the Houston Astros earlier this offseason.
Bregman reportedly regrets rejecting the Astros' offer, as his desired $200 million contract has not garnered interest from teams due to his declining performance and age.
The Astros' general manager stated that re-signing Bregman is a 'long shot,' but discussions are ongoing, and the team has left the possibility open.
Other teams, including the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox, and Detroit Tigers, have expressed interest, but concerns about contract length and positional fit have complicated negotiations.
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has publicly expressed his desire for Bregman’s return, even offering to change positions to accommodate him.