HOUSTON — The idea of Jose Altuve playing left field for the Astros first surfaced last week. It was reportedly Altuve's idea as a way to shift things around to make room for free agent third baseman Alex Bregman to return.
Houston Astros GM Dana Brown clarifies the team’s stance on Alex Bregman’s contract talks, revealing internal discussions and future plans for the All-Star third baseman in MLB.
Bregman stands as perhaps the best position player available in free agency with less than a month before the beginning of Spring Training, and he reportedly still has a standing six-year, $156 million offer from Houston.
Alex Bregman remains a free agent ahead of Spring Training, despite rejecting a $156 million six-year offer from the Houston Astros. USA Today's Bob Nightengale confirms the offer is still available,