The Astros still appear optimistic that something can get done with a pitchers and catchers due to report in less than a month. Houston manager Joe Espada was asked about Bregman last week and revealed that he considered the player a friend and had been in contact with him throughout the offseason.

Alex Bregman, who's been linked to the Red Sox, remains a free agent and it sounds as if a reunion with the Astros isn't off the table.

A new report suggests Alex Bregman still could return to the Houston Astros despite interest from other teams.

The Houston Astros are projected to lose their Gold Glove Award winner to a blockbuster contract from the Boston Red Sox.