The Boston Red Sox need to be positioning themselves for a major move on the infield market after missing out on Alex Bregman, a player they had no business losing for many reasons.
One of those is the Rafael Devers situation from last year, but it’s over with, and the Red Sox can only do what’s needed now.
According to Greg Giesen of Delaware Online, Boston’s interest in Bo Bichette could intensify now that Bregman is officially off the board, a pivot that makes too much sense.
“The Red Sox might have even more interest after the team lost third baseman Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs, which likely won't be a suitor for Bichette after giving the former Houston Astro a five-year, $175-million deal,” he wrote.
There are a few ways to look at this, but with Bregman getting $175 million, it's tough to say Bichette should get much more. At that point, why wouldn't the Red Sox have just paid a guy they already knew was a fan favorite in the locker room and clubhouse?
Even if Bichette isn’t viewed as a long-term shortstop in Boston, his bat plays in any lineup.
The Red Sox have shown a willingness to change things defensively if it means upgrading offensively, and Bichette would immediately become one of the best hitters on the roster.
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