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Red Sox, Yankees, and Dodgers in Tight Race for Nolan Arenado as Alex Bregman Sweepstakes Intensify

Boston weighs Arenado trade against Bregman signing while Yankees and Dodgers reenter negotiations with Cardinals before spring training.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 31: Nolan Arenado #28 and Paul Goldschmidt #46 of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after defeating the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 31, 2024 in New York City.
The National League All-Stars line up for the national anthem prior to the start of the 91st MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field on July 13, 2021 in Denver, Colorado.
BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Nolan Arenado #28 of the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on May 13, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Overview

  • The Boston Red Sox remain undecided between pursuing free agent Alex Bregman or trading for Nolan Arenado, with financial and roster implications influencing their decision.
  • Nolan Arenado has expressed interest in joining a contending team, with the Yankees, Dodgers, and Red Sox emerging as key suitors in ongoing trade talks with the Cardinals.
  • The Cardinals are seeking to offload Arenado’s contract to focus on rebuilding with younger talent but face challenges in negotiating financial terms with potential trade partners.
  • Bregman, represented by Scott Boras, is reportedly seeking a six-year, $200 million deal, which has narrowed his suitors to teams willing to meet his high asking price.
  • With spring training approaching, the Cardinals and Red Sox are under pressure to finalize decisions, while the Yankees and Dodgers explore their own options for acquiring Arenado.