A year ago, the Houston Astros added to their bullpen with the type of free-agent splash they rarely make, signing closer Josh Hader in a move meant to build a late-innings trio that would let them shorten games from the back end.

Astros GM Dana Brown admitted his relationship with Ryan Pressly suffered over the last year before Houston traded him to the Cubs.

The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-hander Ryan Pressly and cash from the Houston Astros for minor league pitcher Juan Bello.

Months later, Bregman remains unsigned, and a resolution with his free agency does not appear any closer. Among the teams that have been linked to Bregman in reports include the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers. But the reality is that none of the teams listed are close to signing the All-Star infielder.

According to journalist Daniel Álvarez-Montes from El Extrabase, the Boston Red Sox have reached an agreement with a versatile infielder who began his professional career in the MLB with the Houston Astros organization.

In just a couple of weeks, the Boston Red Sox will begin their camp at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida, with pitchers and catchers set to report on Feb. 12. While Boston has added to their roster this offseason,