The Houston Astros have some money to spend and it’s a big question about whether or not they will bring a superstar back to town.
Houston’s biggest question mark right now clearly is whether or not star third baseman Alex Bregman will be back in town in 2025. Bregman has spent his entire nine-year big league career with the Astros and was an integral piece for two World Series-winning Astros clubs.
Bregman has been a superstar throughout his run in Houston but he will be highly sought-after this winter. There has been a lot of speculation that he could end up leaving the club, but The Athletic’s Jim Bowden predicted he will instead sign a $185.5 million deal to stay in Houston.
“The Astros sign center fielder Cody Bellinger, after he opts out of his contract with the (Chicago Cubs), to a four-year, $112 million pact,” Bowden said. “Houston also re-signs third baseman Alex Bregman for seven years and $185.5 million.”
Bringing Bregman back would secure the third base position for years to come. He will be one of the most sought-after free agents for a reason. He clearly can still play at an elite level and is just 32 years old. He has plenty of good years left and the Astros should do everything they can to keep him around.
Houston can afford a deal of this nature and Bregman is worth it. Hopefully, the two sides can work something out this winter once free agency fully kicks off.
