The Astros still appear optimistic that something can get done with a pitchers and catchers due to report in less than a month. Houston manager Joe Espada was asked about Bregman last week and revealed that he considered the player a friend and had been in contact with him throughout the offseason.

Alex Bregman, who's been linked to the Red Sox, remains a free agent and it sounds as if a reunion with the Astros isn't off the table.

Alex Bregman's free agency could drag on for a while, which serves the Boston Red Sox more than any other team.