Creativity probably wasn't what Boston Red Sox fans were hoping for from their team in free agency, but it may soon be the letter of the law. Alex Bregman, who

The Boston Red Sox could choose to pursue third baseman Eugenio Suárez after Alex Bregman left to sign with the Chicago Cubs in free agency, according to MassLive's Sean McAdam and Chris Cotillo.

Arenado was willing to waive his full no-trade clause to come to Boston last winter, before the team signed Alex Bregman. It’s unclear if the two clubs re-visited their trade talks this winter, but both men are off the table as of this week.

The Boston Red Sox may pivot and target a Toronto Blue Jays pitcher in free agency after losing Alex Bregman to the Chicago Cubs.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are in “serious discussions” to acquire the third baseman from the Cardinals, The Athletic’s Katie Woo reported Tuesday. The return for Arenado is unknown.

After losing out on Alex Bregman, the Boston Red Sox are urged to trade for Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner.

In Boston in recent days for the Red Sox’ rookie development program, an annual event that teaches select minor leaguers about life in the majors, Arias was a marquee attendee, widely considered the organization’s top prospect among position players.

Plenty of Red Sox fans voiced their displeasure with the loss of Bregman on social media in the immediate aftermath of the news. But now a former star player for the team has joined that chorus, as four-time Red Sox All-Star reliever Jonathan Papelbon criticized the team’s executives and issued a warning about their ability to compete next season.

The Red Sox said it was "disappointing to lose out" on Alex Bregman after reportedly not offering a no-trade clause to the free agent, who is joining the Cubs.

Red Sox sign 6-foot-6 RHP from Astros to free agent contract originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Boston Red Sox got taller on Tuesday. They've signed a pitcher who checks in at 6-foot-6 and 230 pounds. The new guy: Patrick Halligan.