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Alexander David Bregman (born March 30, 1994) is an American professional baseball third baseman who currently plays for the Chicago Cubs of Major League Baseball (MLB).

Career Overview

  • Early Career & MLB Debut: Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Bregman played college baseball at Louisiana State University (LSU). He was selected second overall by the Houston Astros in the 2015 MLB Draft and made his big-league debut on July 25, 2016.
  • Houston Astros (2016–2024): Bregman spent the majority of his career with the Astros, where he was a key contributor to two World Series championship teams (2017, 2022). During his time in Houston, he earned multiple accolades, including an All-Star Game MVP award (2018), a Silver Slugger Award (2019), and a Gold Glove Award (2024).
  • Boston Red Sox (2025): He played one season for the Boston Red Sox in 2025.
  • Chicago Cubs: He joined the Chicago Cubs as a free agent.

Achievements & Records

  • All-Star: 3-time MLB All-Star.
  • Awards: 2018 All-Star Game MVP, 2019 Silver Slugger, and 2024 Gold Glove winner.
  • Postseason Success: As of 2024, he holds several all-time postseason records for a third baseman, including the most home runs, RBIs, runs scored, putouts, and assists.