"Alex Bregman down to Mets or Red Sox"; "Thus marks the end of his career" - MLB fans speculate as Gleyber Torres signs contract with Tigers

As the MLB offseason progresses, all eyes are on free agent Alex Bregman, who has reportedly two potential suitors, the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox. This comes after significant roster changes in the league, particularly with Gleyber Torres signing a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers on Friday, leading to speculation about Bregman's future and the outcomes for various teams.

Bregman, a two-time All-Star and two-time World Series-winning player with the Houston Astros, has got interest after reportedly turning down a six-year, $156 million offer from Houston earlier in the offseason.

His track record includes a career .272 batting average, 28 home runs per 162 games and multiple playoff appearances. With his market value projected to be more than $200 million over several years, both the Mets and Red Sox are reportedly keen on securing his services.

The New York Mets have emerged as serious contenders for Bregman’s signature, especially following their recent acquisition of Juan Soto. With potential gaps in their infield, particularly if first baseman Pete Alonso departs via free agency, the Mets could look at Bregman as a valuable addition to improve their lineup.

Bregman's connection to the Mets and Red Sox led to fan opinions:

"Bregman down to Mets or Red Sox," one fan wrote on Friday.

On Friday, New York Post's Jon Heyman took to his X account to report the signing of Gleyber Torres by the Tigers:

After this, "The Skippers View" podcast's official X handle reacted to Heyman's X post:

"And thus marks the end of his career."

The 2024 season for Alex Bregman and Gleyber Torres and the future

Gleyber Torres became a free agent at the end of the 2024 season, after spending seven seasons with his former team, the New York Yankees. During the 2024 season, he played 154 games and managed to hit .257/.330/.378. He had 63 RBIs, along with 15 home runs and four stolen bases.

After the end of his time with the Yankees, he would now look to prove himself at the Detroit Tigers as the 2025 season approaches.

Meanwhile, Alex Bregman had a decent 2024 season with the Houston Astros before becoming a free agent at the end of the season. He played in 145 games and managed to achieve .260/.315/.453. Bregman hit 26 homers and stole three bases with 75 RBIs.

He is now going through free agency and looking for a team. Even after the uncertainty, it would be worth noting where a player of Bregman's caliber will land in the days to come for the upcoming 2025 season.