Red Sox Hope To Re-Sign Alex Bregman

Alex Bregman exercised the opt-out in his three-year, $120 million deal with the Boston Red Sox, making him a free agent as the offseason opens; Boston says it hopes to re-sign him but will face heavy competition. Bregman posted a strong 2025 (.273/.360/.462, 18 homers in 114 games, 3.5 WAR and a third All‑Star nod) despite a quad injury, which should make him a sought-after free agent. If Bregman signs elsewhere, Boston could pursue a big bat such as Pete Alonso, Munetaka Murakami or Eugenio Suárez, or turn to in-house options like Marcelo Mayer. Trevor Story is expected to opt in, providing some continuity, but the infield remains unsettled with young pieces Marcelo Mayer and Kristian Campbell and Triston Casas returning from injury. A looming 40‑man roster crunch could force moves — speedy infielder David Hamilton is a likely DFA/trade candidate — and the front office may prioritize re-signing lefty reliever Steven Matz after his strong relief work.