One of the best MLB Free Agents, Alex Bregman, has a ton of different suitors from the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox and others, but the Seattle Mariners are the team that definitely make the most sense.
TWSN’s Matt Levine brought up this possibility in his recent article which broke down why Seattle needs to make this move.
Bregman has 4 straight seasons of 18+ Home Runs, and while last season seemingly was a down year, the 31 year old still has so much more in the tank. Here’s why the Seattle Mariners need to pair Julio Rodriguez and Josh Naylor with another stud hitter.
This is a prediction, not a report.
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Alex Bregman Signing with the Seattle Mariners
Bregman is coming off his first and only season with the Red Sox, and while he meshed well with the club, his long-term outlook in Boston is uncertain. The front office may opt to build around a younger third-base option, which could lead Bregman to test the market for a better fit.
One destination that makes a lot of sense is the Seattle Mariners. After finishing just a game short of the World Series, Seattle appears poised to add another impact player who can push them over the top, and Bregman fits that mold perfectly.
Should the Mariners move on from Eugenio Suárez at third, Bregman would slide in naturally—potentially as an upgrade. His sharper plate discipline and steadier offensive production give him a stronger long-term profile than Suárez.
Additionally, Bregman knows the AL West inside and out from his years with Houston, and returning to a division he’s already mastered could provide extra motivation as he enters the next chapter of his career.
There’s also a clear opportunity at third base. If the Mariners decide not to retain Eugenio Suárez or choose to shift their infield personnel, Bregman instantly becomes an ideal replacement.
Even in seasons when his power dips, Bregman consistently posts strong on-base numbers and controls the strike zone at an elite level. Those skills would complement the Mariners’ current core—players like Julio RodrÃguez, Cal Raleigh, and J.P. Crawford—by adding a veteran presence who doesn’t chase, works deep counts, and elevates the overall offensive approach.
For a team that has struggled with strikeouts and long scoring droughts, Bregman’s steadiness would be invaluable.
Finally, Bregman’s familiarity with the American League West gives Seattle an added advantage. He understands the ballparks, the pitching staffs, and the divisional playstyle from years with the Houston Astros.
That kind of built-in awareness helps shorten the adjustment period and adds a layer of competitiveness to a team that is already on the cusp of breaking through. With the Mariners coming off a season where they missed the World Series by just one game, bringing in a player with Bregman’s postseason pedigree and leadership could be the move that finally pushes them over the top.
Alex Bregman Stats
In 2025, Bregman appeared in 114 games and finished with a .273 batting average, collecting 118 hits, including 18 home runs and driving in 62 runs. He also scored 64 runs, walked 51 times, and posted an on-base percentage of .360 and a slugging percentage of .462 — giving him an OPS of .821.
Beyond the traditional stats, Bregman added length and balance to the lineup with 28 doubles and a solid number of extra-base hits. Overall, his 2025 campaign reaffirmed that he remains a capable middle-of-the-order bat, combining contact, power, and plate discipline.