More than just a show of generosity, the move has prompted speculation about Bregman’s future with the Red Sox. According to reporting from ESPN's Jeff Passan, the gesture suggests Bregman sees a long-term future in Boston, despite the ability to opt out of his three-year, $120 million contract after this season.

Most baseball fans and pundits agree that the Boston Red Sox did well to reel in All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman in free agency this past winter. But at least one Red Sox player has been less than thrilled,

In his first spring training away from the Astros, the two-time World Series champion is making use of his experience on a young Boston team with aspirations of getting back to the top.