Alex Bregman, Chicago Cubs and Astros

Chicago Cubs detail Alex Bregman pursuit: ‘We made the best offer we could make’
The Chicago Cubs made Alex Bregman an offer that they knew he could refuse. Even after the negotiations dragged into spring training, league sources indicated the Cubs were outbid by multiple teams in all the ways that free agents keep score — years,
Alex Bregman chose Red Sox over Astros, Tigers and Cubs. Here's what those teams offered.
The longer Alex Bregman’s free agency stretched, the more it seemed like perhaps he wouldn’t get the lucrative contract he’d been seeking. He quashed all that by agreeing to a three-year, $120 million contract with the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night.
Astros star Alex Bregman is nearing a free agency decision: How much do the Chicago Cubs need him?
Cubs are one of three reported finalists for the services of the All-Star, Silver Slugging and Gold Gloving infielder Alex Bregman. How much do the Cubs need him?
Ryan Pressly: Cubs playing it cool with Alex Bregman pursuit
Cubs reliever and ex-Astros closer Ryan Pressly joined Chicago in a trade from Houston late last month, which followed December's blockbuster deal that sent three-time All-Star Kyle Tucker to Chicago. Pressly said Tuesday he's been in contact with Bregman occasionally this winter. Pressly added he's taking a more relaxed approach with his pitch.
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'Hell of a run': Astros begin new era minus Alex Bregman after star's Red Sox deal
In the wake of franchise cornerstone Alex Bregman ending his nine-year stint in Houston to accept a three-year, $120 million contract with the Boston Red Sox, there’s at least half a moment to spare to appreciate the man who was a driving force in two World Series championships and seven consecutive trips to the American League Championship Series.
MLB rumors: What Cubs offered Alex Bregman prior to Red Sox deal
What did the Cubs offer for Alex Bregman in free agency before he signed with the Red Sox? Was it more or less than Boston's?
Cubs Rumors: Alex Bregman Rejected This Offer Before Joining Red Sox
Alex Bregman reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with the Boston Red Sox but not before rejecting the Chicago Cubs.
Rumors swirl about Cubs making play for Alex Bregman
With two of Bregman's former Houston Astros teammates on the roster in Ryan Pressly and Kyle Tucker, some members of the Cubs were asked if they have done any recruiting pitches for the star third baseman.
Cubs, Red Sox backup plan for Alex Bregman won’t go over well with either fanbase
With Alex Bregman not backing down from his wishes for a long-term contract, the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs are weighing backup options.
Former Astros Slugger Alex Bregman's Next Team Likely Down to Three Finalists
Former Astros third baseman Alex Bregman has been linked to the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers in free agency.
Astros, Red Sox & Cubs in on Alex Bregman + former All-Star Eric Hosmer interview | Baseball Bar-B-Cast
YouTube Spring Training kicks off this week for MLB clubs, with many players already reporting to their club sites to get ready for the marathon that starts next month. However, for free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman,
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'He's going to be missed': Bregman's exit leaves void on & off field for Astros
The signing wasn’t official as of Thursday morning, but that didn’t mean the ripple effects of free-agent third baseman Alex ...
Kyle Tucker to Cubs, Garrett Crochet to Red Sox Voted Best Trades by MLB Insiders
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Chicago Cubs OK’d ‘significant exception’ to payroll budget in failed pursuit of Alex Bregman
The Chicago Cubs fell short in their attempt to sign free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman after ownership approved ...
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'We made the best offer we could': Cubs, Hoyer react to missing on Bregman
Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer made his case to ownership that this was the right moment to pursue star free ...
Houston Astros 2025 Over/Under Win Total Prediction, Odds, Pick
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