The Alex Bregman sweepstakes are about to light up the offseason, and honestly, no one should be surprised. The guy came into Boston with swagger, two opt-outs, and a mission. Even with a right quad strain that threw a wrench into his 2025 campaign, Bregman still put up a respectable .273/.360/.462 slash line with 18 bombs. You add in his still-sharp glove and a playoff OBP north of .460, he’s still got it — and front offices around the league know it.
Boston Needs Alex Bregman More Than Ever
Let’s not sugarcoat it, Bregman is going to opt out, and barring something wild, he’s about to test the open market. Why? Because there’s demand, and he’s still one of the best two-way third basemen in the game. He’ll be 32 next season, sure — but if you think that’s stopping teams with money, ambition, and a gaping hole at third base, you haven’t been paying attention.
Boston, for one, makes too much sense. He mashed in Fenway, paired beautifully with the Green Monster, and brought veteran presence to a team still figuring out its identity. Losing to the Yankees in the AL Wild Card stings — and with Trevor Story possibly headed out too, the Sox cannot afford to let Bregman walk. The front office knows it. Expect Boston to come out swinging.
Detroit Already Showed Their Hand
The Tigers offered Bregman a six-year, $171.5 million deal last winter. They didn’t land him, but that kind of interest doesn’t just vanish. After another ALDS exit, Detroit’s front office is probably asking one question: what’s the missing piece?
Third base was a patch job all season, and Bregman gives them a long-term, high-impact answer. He brings playoff experience, leadership, and a bat that could balance their lineup in a big way. If Detroit returns to the table — and odds are they will — they’re not coming cheap or cautious this time around.
Seattle’s Momentum Might Force Their Hand
And then, there’s Seattle. The Mariners are on the verge of something special — a deep postseason run, possibly their first-ever World Series appearance. But they’ve got a hole at third base. Eugenio Suarez, a trade-deadline pickup, did what he could but is headed to free agency. That means it’s decision time.
Now, Bregman’s bat may not be ideal for Seattle’s pitcher-friendly park, and historically, they’re not big spenders in free agency. But the Mariners don’t need ideal — they need impact. And Bregman is, without question, the top third baseman on the market. If they’re serious about sustaining this momentum, the front office might be forced to step out of its comfort zone.
Bregman’s value is still high, his resume speaks for itself, and the phones will be ringing the moment he opts out. Whether it’s a reunion in Boston, a renewed courtship in Detroit, or a bold play from Seattle, one thing’s for sure — Bregman holds the cards, and the hot corner just got a lot more interesting.
