Bregman stands as perhaps the best position player available in free agency with less than a month before the beginning of Spring Training, and he reportedly still has a standing six-year, $156 million offer from Houston.

Alex Bregman remains a free agent ahead of Spring Training, despite rejecting a $156 million six-year offer from the Houston Astros. USA Today's Bob N

The Houston Astros are reportedly still in pursuit of free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman as of Tuesday morning. Houston's brass also appears to have a cost-effective replacement in mind should Bregman seek greener pastures before next season.

Months later, Bregman remains unsigned, and a resolution with his free agency does not appear any closer. Among the teams that have been linked to Bregman in reports include the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers. But the reality is that none of the teams listed are close to signing the All-Star infielder.

The Detroit Tigers reportedly have competition from the Houston Astros, Alex Bregman's former team, in the pursuit for the free agent third baseman.

Houston general manager Dana Brown says the door for re-signing free agent Alex Bregman is “cracked” open, but he acknowledges keeping the third baseman with the Astros would be a long shot.

Jose Altuve stated his openness to a position change in the context of a specific pursuit, saying he would “do whatever,” including move from second base, if it helped the Houston Astros re-sign Alex Bregman.

The Houston Astros are seriously considering moving José Altuve to left field, a move that could pave the way for Alex Bregman's return to the team. Whether the third baseman comes back or not, it seems like 'Astro Boy' is on his way to becoming an outfielder in the MLB.

MLB teams are competing for Alex Bregman’s future as the Houston Astros continue to push for his return. The MLB free-agent market remains active as teams prepare for the start of spring training. One of the most intriguing situations is that of Alex Bregman,