Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown gave a definitive indication that free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman won't be returning to the team

When the Houston Astros acquired Isaac Paredes in the Kyle Tucker trade, it felt as if the Alex Bregman era in Houston was probably over. When they signed Christian Walker soon after, it felt almost certain that Bregman was going to wear another uniform for the first time beginning in the 2025 season.

Despite being seemingly ruled out of the Alex Bregman sweepstakes months ago, the Houston Astros are back in the mix. Their six-year, $156 million offer still stands. Bregman has been connected to other teams such as the Toronto Blue Jays,

It will be a busy summer for former left-handed closer Billy Wagner, who will have his No. 13 retired by the Houston Astros before an Aug. 16 home game.

Billy Wagner will be the 10th former Astro to have his number retired and the first since Craig Biggio's No. 7 was retired in 2018.