MLB rumors: Astros don't want to trade Alex Bregman, but there's a catch

In the latest swirl of MLB rumors, the Houston Astros have made it clear they are not looking to trade third baseman Alex Bregman. Despite this stance, internal discussions reveal a somber acknowledgment that Bregman's tenure with the team could be nearing its end, not through a trade, but through free agency, which looms just a year away. The team anticipates that securing Bregman's place on the roster could cost upwards of $300 million—a steep price that the Astros seem reluctant to meet, as reported via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. While the Astros cherish Bregman's contributions, their financial strategy appears to prioritize longevity over immediate impact.