Red Sox Pushed To Trade Alex Bregman To Loaded AL Powerhouse
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There have been a lot of rumors and speculation growing about the potential that the Boston Red Sox will shop their star third baseman, Alex Bregman, at the trade deadline.
With Bregman reportedly willing to negotiate a contract extension, this idea doesn't make too much sense, but there's still a possibility the Red Sox want to cut ties with him to save some money and add valuable prospects.
FanSided's Zachary Rotman recently urged the Detroit Tigers to pursue a trade for Bregman if the Red Sox decide to shop him this season.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 16: A detailed shot of the jersey of Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox as he stands for the National Anthem before a game against the Atlanta Braves at...
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MAY 16: A detailed shot of the jersey of Alex Bregman #2 of the Boston Red Sox as he stands for the National Anthem before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Fenway Park on May 16, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. More
Maddie Malhotra/Boston"Still, while the Tigers probably won't pursue Bregman after being spurned, they should. They, much like the Yankees, are left-handed heavy," Rotman wrote. "Adding Bregman's bat would allow the Tigers to comfortably split up lefty sluggers Kerry Carpenter and Riley Greene, and would give a young team a battle-tested veteran to lean on in their postseason push.
"Bregman would fit perfectly while reuniting with former manager A.J. Hinch. It'd be risky, knowing that Bregman can opt out in a few months if he truly doesn't want to be there, but adding a player of Bregman's caliber could be the difference in a pennant race. The Tigers should be all-in. If Bregman is available, there's a good chance they can't do any better."
At the end of the day, I don't think the Red Sox should shop Bregman, but if they decide to, a deal to the Tigers would make sense.
Detroit was one of the top suitors for Bregman in free agency. A few months later, the Tigers are even better than expected and could still use the help at the hot corner.
Adding Bregman to this Tigers roster would take it over the top. Detroit could go from a streaking team to a legit World Series contender in one move.
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