The Chicago Cubs have signed a handful of players, but a new report highlights that the organization has held multiple conversations with Scott Boras regarding Alex Bregman. At this point, Bregman is strongly linked by several rumors to a potential move to Chicago, although no official agreement has been reached.
The report comes from Bruce Levine and was shared on X by Michael Cerami. “The Cubs have had many conversations with Scott Boras about Alex Bregman,” Levine said. Cerami added that Levine noted that, according to people close to Bregman, the interested teams include the Cubs, Blue Jays, and Diamondbacks.
This is not the first report tying Bregman to the Cubs, nor is it likely to be the last. However, the fact that Chicago has spoken with Boras on multiple occasions suggests that the former Red Sox infielder, who was unable to play a full season due to a quad injury, may be closer to landing with the Cubs.
How much would the Cubs have to pay Bregman
According to a December 17 report by Mark Feinsand, Bregman is seeking at least a five-year contract. While the exact financial figure remains unclear, it is expected to be in a similar range to deals signed by players such as Pete Alonso, who secured a contract of the same length with an average annual value of $31 million.
Bregman earned $40 million per year last season with the Red Sox under a three-year contract. It was considered a favorable deal at the time, and he was expected to remain in Boston from 2025 through 2027. However, following the conclusion of the 2025 MLB season, Bregman opted out of the contract and entered free agency.
It is also worth remembering that a recent report linked Bregman to a different city far from Chicago. That report was particularly strong, with an insider suggesting it could be a matter of hours before he signs a contract in a city where he has long wanted to live.