Astros Reshape Roster, Trade Tucker, Sign Walker

The Houston Astros have made significant moves in the offseason, notably signing first baseman Christian Walker to a three-year, $60 million contract after trading Kyle Tucker for Isaac Paredes, who will now play third base. This reshaping of their infield signals the likely end of Alex Bregman's tenure with the team, as negotiations for his return stalled despite a $156 million contract offer, which fell short of his $200 million asking price. The Astros' pivot to Walker and Paredes and the failed trade for Nolan Arenado due to his no-trade clause suggests the team is moving on from Bregman, who is now a free agent with multiple potential suitors. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays have been urged to consider signing Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Lorenzen, who aims to establish himself as a two-way player, potentially making him a strategic acquisition.