Reports: Astros Have Re-Engaged in Talks with Bregman

Earlier in the offseason, it seemed as if it was a foregone conclusion that Alex Bregman would leave Houston in free agency. However, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported Thursday evening that the Astros have re-engaged in talks with their longtime third baseman.

Back in December, Houston signed first baseman Christian Walker to a three-year, $60 million contract, and acquired Isaac Paredes as part of the return from the Cubs for Kyle Tucker. At that point, Houston general manager Dana Brown said negotiations between the club and Bregman had “stalled.” The Tigers, Mets, Blue Jays, and Red Sox have all been linked to Bregman this offseason. Evan Peztold of the Detroit Free Press reported that Bregman is the Tigers’ top priority, but Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic previously said he doesn’t expect Detroit to spend on the Gold Glover.

Rome also reports that Houston is shopping two-time All-Star reliever Ryan Pressly in an attempt to shed payroll. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that the Cubs were nearing a deal for Pressly, but Rome said the right-hander hasn’t waived his no-trade clause. Pressly is set to make $14 million in 2025. If Bregman were to return to Houston, the club is considering shifting Paredes over to second base and moving Jose Altuve to left field. Rome noted that there was unrest within the Astros’ clubhouse about Bregman’s potential departure. Houston previously offered the 30-year-old a six-year contract worth $156 million, which is reportedly still on the table, and it’s unclear if either side will budge.

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