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Here's why reports of Red Sox 'aggressive offer' to Alex Bregman probably aren't true

For the second offseason in a row, Boston Red Sox fans are deeply invested in the club's pursuit of Alex Bregman. And for the second year running, it's been a drawn out, emotional rollercoaster of a chase.

After landing Bregman in spring training 2025, many fans are optimistic that a reunion is inevitable and cling to every bit of positive news in his market in hopes that Boston will do the right thing again. A report from ESPN's Buster Olney has been the latest fixation in the Bregman news cycle.

During a January 2 appearance on the "1st Up" podcast, Olney reported that the Red Sox made an "aggressive" offer to Bregman.