In the aftermath of a stunning playoff elimination, star player Alex Bregman received a heartfelt assurance from his teammate Jose Altuve: “You’re coming back.” For nine years, Bregman has been the driving force behind his team’s winning culture, and Altuve believes it’s essential to keep him on board.
The recent season saw the team overcome a dismal start to make the playoffs, only to have their run cut short in the wild-card series. Bregman, a two-time All-Star, has been a central figure in the team’s success, posting impressive stats and providing leadership in the clubhouse. His pending free agency has left everyone wondering about his future with the team.
After the game, Bregman took to social media to express his gratitude to the city, saying simply, “Thank you.” Team management sounds optimistic about retaining him, but it won’t come cheap. The recent extension signed by Matt Chapman with the San Francisco Giants is seen as a benchmark for Bregman’s new contract.
Altuve, who also shares an agent with Bregman, is hopeful that the team will make a strong offer to keep him. “He gave a lot to this organization,” Altuve said. “Now it’s time for us, as a team, as an organization, to pay him back and make him stay here.” He even offered to speak personally to the team’s owner about it.
The team has yet to present a formal offer, but they’re expected to do so soon. The end of the World Series triggers an exclusive negotiating window between teams and their players, and the team hopes to get a sense of their chances to retain Bregman then.
Bregman’s influence extends beyond his on-field production. He’s been a mentor to young players, and his presence has been felt throughout the clubhouse. His teammates praise him for his work ethic, competitiveness, and willingness to help others. As one teammate put it, “Breggy kinda took me under his wing… He’s probably one of the first people I reach out to, and I feel like he’ll pick up every single time.”
The future is uncertain, but one thing is clear: Bregman’s impact on the team will be deeply felt, regardless of what happens next.
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