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A potential deal for Bregman would likely require an increase in the team's spending from ownership. Bregman, an Albuquerque native, grew up as a fan of the Diamondbacks. The Arizona Diamondbacks have shown interest in free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman,
Alex Bregman's free agency sweepstakes is bound to heat up in the coming weeks, but where could he look to sign?
The Arizona Diamondbacks are looking to target Alex Bregman in free agency, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
Alex Bregman is one of a handful of big names who remain on the free agent market. And while he missed 43 games in 2025 due to a quad injury, one ESPN insider doesn’t believe it will impact the kind of contract he’ll get. ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel projected the third baseman to get a five-year, $170 million, or six years in order to lower the AAV.
For Bregman to land in the Phoenix area, where he lives in the offseason, the DBacks would likely have to unload Ketel Marte first.
The Boston Red Sox may not attempt to re-sign Alex Bregman, thereby opening the door for the Tigers to sign the All-Star.
Stavenhagen has been covering the Tigers for Athletic since 2019. The insider discussed Bichette's fit with the AL Central team on Friday's episode of "Tigers Territory" with cohost Kieran Steckley.