That trio includes both Japanese ace Roki Sasaki, who can't ink a deal until the new international amateur free-agent signing window opens on Jan. 15, and fellow right-hander Jack Flaherty, whose recent volatility warrants some skepticism.

Boston's seeming resistance to the free-agent infielder doesn't make a lot of sense for a team that could desperately use him.

Alex Bregman is one of the hottest names still available on MLB's free-agent market. Earlier this week, MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reported that the Boston Red Sox are among the most likely landing spots for Bregman, along with the Detroit Tigers.

Alex Cora continued to make his case for the Red Sox to sign Alex Bregman, but he doesn't think they'll move Rafael Devers off third base.

Tigers and Red Sox are top contenders as we update Alex Bregman free agency rumors with updates and reporting from trusted MLB newsbreakers.

The Boston Red Sox reportedly are a top contender for free agent Alex Bregman, but they have competition in an AL rival.

Detroit Tigers target Alex Bregman remains available with less than 45 days until a key spring training date: The first full-squad workout is Feb. 17.

The Boston Red Sox have yet to make a huge move that will shock everyone this offseason. MLB free agent rumors continue to swirl around multiple players, and teams like Boston are linked to top sluggers.