The Sox are hot, in prime position for a playoff push over the final quarter of the season, so in Bregman’s view, that is where his focus needs to be.

Alex Bregman has a decision to make. After this season, the Boston Red Sox star can opt out of his contract. There's a lot of money on the line. If Bregman sticks with his deal, he'd make $80 million (with deferred money) over the next two years. If not, he's got a chance to double up.