Houston Astros GM Dana Brown clarifies the team’s stance on Alex Bregman’s contract talks, revealing internal discussions and future plans for the All-Star third baseman in MLB.

Following their big trade on Sunday, a top MLB insider says the main hurdle in a Houston Astros and Alex Bregman reunion has been removed. When the offseason began, Astros general manager Dana Brown seemed confident that the organization would re-sign franchise great Alex Bregman.

Alex Bregman is one of the greatest players on the field and in the clubhouse of the Houston Astros’ golden era, but he is also expensive.