Alex Bregman Signs 5-Year, $175M Deal with Cubs, Joins Team USA for WBC

Third baseman Alex Bregman has agreed to a five-year, $175 million deal with the Chicago Cubs, featuring heavy deferrals, ending a significant deadlock in the free-agent hitter market. His decision provided clarity for other big-market teams. Additionally, Bregman announced he will join Team USA for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, adding another star to the roster.