Alex Bregman Draws Interest from Red Sox and Yankees in Wake of Soto Signing

With Juan Soto's record-shattering deal with the New York Mets now official, the focus of the free agent market is shifting. Among the top beneficiaries of the increased aggressiveness from teams that missed out on Soto could be third baseman Alex Bregman. According to Rob Bradford of WEEI, the Red Sox are "immediately prioritizing" a pursuit of Bregman, while USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reports that the Yankees are also expected to make a run at free agency's top infielder.


The Red Sox, who were previously reported as potential suitors for Bregman, appear to have intensified their interest following Soto's signing. Adding the 30-year-old veteran to their roster makes sense for Boston, as Bregman would provide a right-handed bat to balance their heavily left-handed lineup. Bregman boasts a career .277/.367/.494 slash line against left-handed pitchers, which would be a valuable asset for the team.


Moreover, the Red Sox have a crowded outfield, making the infield an obvious place to strengthen their lineup. While they have focused on pitching help so far this offseason, missing out on Soto may lead them to invest in Bregman instead.


The Yankees, too, are eyeing Bregman as they look to bolster their roster. With Soto off the table, Bregman represents a top-tier option to enhance their infield and overall lineup strength.


As the offseason progresses, the competition for Bregman will be fierce. Both the Red Sox and Yankees are known for their willingness to spend big to secure top talent, setting the stage for an exciting bidding war.