"Unsurprisingly, Garrett Crochet would like to see him back in Boston: "Obviously, he was a big boost to the team this year. I think everyone's got nothing but positive things to say about him as a teammate. That's out of my control. Regardless of where he ends up - I hope it's with us - but that's a guy that I'll root on for the rest of his career." (Christopher Smith, MassLive)"
"But the Bregman decision alone won't be what makes or breaks the offseason, not when the Sox could use another power bat and another arm to pair with Garrett Crochet at the top of the rotation. There isn't too much work to do, though. As Alex Cora says, "as an organization [they] are in a great, great, great place." (Peter Abraham, Boston Globe)"
Alex Bregman's opt-out decision is due five days after the World Series and could drive Red Sox offseason strategy. Garrett Crochet publicly endorsed Bregman and praised his clubhouse impact. Industry consensus expects Bregman to test free agency unless Boston offers a premium; a rival executive predicted a front-loaded five-year deal would be required to retain him. The front office may prefer shorter two- or three-year offers given Bregman's age, though club leadership noted mutual admiration. The Sox still seek another power bat and a rotation partner for Crochet, while organizational outlook remains strong. Rafael Devers' trade invites regret, and Aroldis Chapman was named Baseball Digest Reliever of the Year, reducing closer concerns.
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