The Red Sox' pursuit of Alex Bregman might have become a bit more tricky on Thursday as the Astros re-entered the mix.

While most signs point to Alex Bregman joining a new club this offseason, he reportedly could be back in Houston next year. According to USA Today's

The Toronto Blue Jays structured Anthony Santander's contract in a way that could help them build the best possible roster in years to come.

Outfielder Anthony Santander, who slugged 44 home runs for the Baltimore Orioles in 2024, agreed to a five-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday. That leaves Bregman, the longtime Houston Astros third baseman, as one of two impact bats remaining on the market. The other, first baseman Pete Alonso, wouldn’t be a good fit for the Tigers.

The Toronto Blue Jays reportedly have more payroll flexibility even in the wake of signing Anthony Santander to a five-year deal earlier this week. Santander si