Overview
- Detroit Free Press reporting describes the Tigers' interest in Bregman as lukewarm with no new movement, while coverage indicates the Blue Jays, Red Sox, Cubs and Diamondbacks are the active suitors.
- Reports note Boston and Chicago have not shown willingness to offer a long-term contract to Bregman, a dynamic that could favor Toronto if it commits to length.
- The Red Sox continue to target infield offense, with Alex Speier reporting Bo Bichette and Bregman as primary free-agent pursuits alongside trade options Ketel Marte and Isaac Paredes.
- Kyle Tucker remains unsigned as his market cools, with multiple outlets reporting his camp is seeking a payday north of $400 million.
- With Kazuma Okamoto’s posting window closing Jan. 4 and other NPB deadlines approaching, teams are weighing timing and alternatives, including media-floated trade ideas such as a speculative Trea Turner-for-José Berríos and Addison Barger proposal.