The 2024 Major League Baseball postseason left a bitter feeling for Houston Astros fans. The team, after a regular season that ended better than it started, surprisingly fell to the Detroit Tigers in two exciting games, being eliminated from the title race.
However, what has shocked the baseball world the most is the imminent free agency of Alex Bregmanone of the fundamental pillars of the franchise. His outstanding performance in the series against the Tigers was not enough to ensure his permanence on the team. The possibility that this was his last game in an Astros uniform has generated great uncertainty among fans.
Jose Altuvethe charismatic Venezuelan and leader of the Siderales, has not hidden his desire to see Bregman continue on the team. In a recent statement, “Astroboy” stated: “I don’t want to talk about anything about the last game with ‘Breggy’. Like I said, he will be our third baseman next year… In my opinion, there is no chance that this It was his last game.”
The Venezuelan called on the Astros management to make all necessary efforts to retain Bregman. “We have to make him stay,” said Altuve, making evident the importance of the third baseman for the team.
Bregman’s departure would be a huge loss for the Astros, both on and off the field. His talent, leadership and charisma have made him one of the most loved players by the fans. Houston management will have to make a crucial decision in the coming weeks, a decision that could shape the future of the franchise.
Meanwhile, Astros fans are clinging to hope that Bregman decides to continue his career in Houston. The possibility of seeing Altuve y Bregman Sharing the playing field for many more seasons is a dream that fans are not willing to give up.
