Alex Bregman has fit in well with the Boston Red Sox since signing in free agency, but will he even finish the 2025 campaign with the club?
Bregman’s three-year, $120 million contract includes opt-outs after the 2025 and 2026 seasons. With the MLB trade deadline looming, it’s fair to wonder whether Boston could trade the All-Star third baseman if the two sides can’t agree on an extension before July 31, rather than watch him leave for nothing in the offseason.
According to WEEI’s Rob Bradford, Bregman and the Red Sox have yet to discuss a potential contract extension:
During his Thursday appearance on WEEI’s Greg Hill Show, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow was asked to describe his extension talks with Bregman in one word.
“I think ‘ongoing’ is always a fair summary, given this is something on our mind and it’s something on Alex’s mind,” Breslow answered.
“I’ve been pretty outspoken about what he’s provided on the field and in the clubhouse. He’s a guy we would like to have here in a Red Sox uniform for a long time.”
Bregman was an early American League MVP candidate before suffering his quad injury in May. He slashed .299/.385/.553 with 11 homers and 35 RBI to earn his third career All-Star nod despite not playing since May 23. Since being placed on the injured list, Bregman’s veteran presence has been felt in the Red Sox dugout and clubhouse.
Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Thursday that Bregman will likely return to the lineup before the All-Star break. The two-time World Series champion is expected to play in two of Boston’s three games against the Tampa Bay Rays from Friday to Sunday.
Bregman’s contract situation will be worth monitoring over the next three weeks. ESPN recently listed Bregman as one of MLB’s top trade candidates if he doesn’t sign an extension with Boston before the July 31 trade deadline.
