Alex Bregman, a 30-year-old third baseman and two-time All-Star, remains the highest-ranked unsigned free agent as of January 2025, despite projections suggesting he could earn over $160 million.

Currently, only three of CBS Sports' top ten MLB free agents are without contracts, and with pitchers and catchers set to report in a month, the urgency for signings is increasing.

The MLB free-agent market has been notably quiet this offseason, with only six teams spending over $100 million on contracts, while nine teams have spent less than $5 million.

The New York Yankees have expressed interest in Bregman, although they may initially focus on lower-cost options; meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays could pursue him if they aim to be competitive in 2025.

Potential landing spots for Bregman also include the Boston Red Sox, who might consider him for a position change, and the Detroit Tigers, who could leverage his experience despite park constraints.

Concerns regarding Bregman's skill set have arisen, particularly his declining power and walk rate, which fell to a career-low of 6.9% last season.

Bregman's approach at the plate has deteriorated, showing significant declines in selectivity and decision-making metrics in 2024 compared to previous years.

Despite these concerns, Bregman boasts a career OPS+ of 132 and ranks highly in Wins Above Replacement since his debut, surpassing notable players like Corey Seager and Bryce Harper.

Statcast data indicates that Bregman could have fewer career home runs if he played in different MLB parks, suggesting that his power may not translate well outside of Houston.

Bregman's fit with several high-spending teams is limited, as they already have established infielders, further narrowing his potential suitors.

Among the unsigned players is Japanese ace Roki Sasaki, who cannot sign until January 15, 2025, alongside Jack Flaherty, whose recent performance has raised concerns.