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Shifting gears, the focus turned to Alex Bregman, who officially opted out of his contract—something Maloney anticipated. The Houston Astros star's potential future in Boston looms, with Maloney suggesting that Bregman enjoyed his time in Boston and appears genuinely interested in returning. The discussion hinted that Bregman, a seasoned championship winner and a well-liked teammate, might be willing to accept a slight discount to stay, especially given his positive impressions of the city and the organization.