The New York Yankees missed out on Christian Walker, who was signed by the Houston Astros. This move could trigger a chain reaction that makes an All-Star available for the Yankees to pursue.
According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, Walker’s signing likely signals the end of Alex Bregman’s tenure with the Astros. A Bleacher Report livestream has identified the Yankees as a possible destination for Bregman.
Spotrac forecasts that Alex Bregman will sign a four-year, $119 million contract in free agency. After hitting 26 home runs and earning his first Gold Glove in 2024, Bregman is poised to be one of the top third basemen available. While the Yankees still need a first baseman, adding Bregman would address their need at third base. They could shift Jazz Chisholm Jr. to second base or the outfield, making room for Bregman as the everyday third baseman.
A two-time All-Star, Gold Glove winner, and Silver Slugger, Bregman is the clear top third baseman on the market. Having spent his entire career with the Astros, some Yankees fans may hesitate to see him join their team given the rivalry between the two clubs. However, there’s no denying that Bregman has been a key contributor to the Astros’ success in recent years.
With money to spend after losing Juan Soto, the Yankees have already been active this offseason, adding Cody Bellinger, Devin Williams, and Max Fried. Adding Bregman would give them another superstar as they aim to return to the World Series. While Bregman will attract significant interest, the Yankees have the financial flexibility to outbid other teams.
