The Houston Astros came up short in 2024, eventually getting swept by the suddenly resurgent Detroit Tigers in the American League Wild Card Series. A big decision awaits them now as Alex Bregman is currently a free agent.

Mark Feinsand MLB.com He listed several potential suitors for the star third baseman, including the Tigers, who knocked the Astros out of the playoffs.

“Gio Urshela and Matt Vierling started a combined 108 games at third base last season for the Tigers, who ranked near the bottom of the American League with 11 home runs (tied for 13th) and a .644 OPS (10th).” Feinsand wrote. “Bregman’s reunion with manager AJ Hinch will allow the Tigers to use Vierling in a super-utility role while also adding a much-needed bat to Detroit’s lineup.”

Detroit looks ready to spend some money this offseason. Their young core carried them to a win in the ALCS, but they need to back it up with proven stars.

Hinch managed Bregman and the Astros from 2015-19. Bregman emerged in 2016 and helped the Astros to their first title the following year, and was also an MVP candidate when they returned to the Fall Classic in 2019.

Houston even reached the ALCS seven consecutive years from 2017-23. The star third baseman hit .260 with 26 home runs, 75 RBIs and a .768 OPS while also posting a 4.1 WAR.

If they steal Bregman from the Astros, Detroit could instantly become the favorite in the AL Central, and a reunion between him and Hinch could be a good story.

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