Alex Bregman has quietly put together another strong season, racking up 98 hits with a .298 average and a .385 OBP over 326 at-bats. He’s added 16 home runs and 53 RBI, proving once again that he’s a steady force in any lineup. So, for the Red Sox, he’s been exactly what they hoped for. A reliable bat and a veteran leader who’s had just as much impact in the clubhouse as he has on the field. But the big question is what comes next.

“ I do think Alex Bregman is likely to opt out even if he does enjoy it in Boston. ” Jeff Passan shared his thoughts on the Just Baseball Show podcast on Monday.

Reportedly, Bregman and the Red Sox agreed to a three-year, $120 million deal that includes opt-outs after each season. Those opt-outs hang over the team like a cloud. And now Boston is being told

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