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Red Sox' Alex Cora Sends 3-Word Alex Bregman Message on Friday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin M. Groe | Last updated Jul 4, 2025 2:07 PM ET

Third baseman Alex Bregman is in his first season with the Boston Red Sox, joining a lineup in need of leadership after spending nine seasons as a core part of the Houston Astros’ infield.

Drafted second overall in the 2015 MLB Draft out of LSU, Bregman advanced quickly through the minors and made his major-league debut on July 25, 2016, at age 22.

Bregman consistently led the Astros to postseason glory, delivering key hits in their 2017 and 2022 World Series championship runs—prompting Boston to sign him in February 2025 to a three-year, $120 million contract that includes opt-out clauses after the first two seasons.

With Boston struggling at 43–45 and outside the playoff picture, trade rumors have intensified that the Red Sox may entertain offers for Bregman before the July 31 deadline.

Bregman has been on the injured list since May 24 after suffering a right quad strain running to first base, sidelining him for more than a month.

Asked today if Bregman would return during Boston’s homestand before the All-Star break, manager Alex Cora said, “I hope so,” per MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.

Before the injury, Bregman was tearing it up, batting .299—the highest mark of his career—with a .938 OPS (his highest since his runner-up MVP finish in 2019), 11 home runs and 35 RBIs in 51 games.

A two-time All-Star and winner of both Gold Glove and Silver Slugger awards, Bregman’s return could provide a massive lift in the clubhouse and on the field as Boston looks to get back on track.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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