SAN DIEGO — Red Sox starter Brayan Bello ’s changeup was considered his best secondary pitch as he advanced through the minor league system. It was his second most used pitch during his first full season in the big leagues in 2023 behind only his sinker. Opponents batted just .196 with a .291 slugging percentage against it.

Alex Bregman was open to talking contract during the season, but now that the playoffs are on the horizon, he's shifting back to baseball.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/red-sox as Alex Bregman Gives Clearest Statement About Red Sox Future. The Boston Red Sox made one of the best moves of the offseason as they signed former Houston Astros star Alex Bregman ahead of the 2025 Major League Baseball season.