Despite widespread reports about the Boston Red Sox's interest in star third baseman Alex Bregman, an agreement between the two sides appears far from imminent. According to insider Bob Nightengale, Boston's reluctance might have more to do with another potential target: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

New year, new questions! 1. Would Vladimir Guerrero Jr. be a fit for the Red Sox? Alex Bregman’s asking price was too high for Houston, and it may be too high for Boston, too. The Astros offered their longtime third baseman six years,