Free agent Alex Bregman could be back at 3rd base for the Astros if 2nd baseman Jose Altuve is willing to make a key move

The Toronto Blue Jays, who have repeatedly struck out on top free agents two offseasons in a row, have been the most heavily rumored suitor of late. The San Francisco Giants, too, have long sought a big bopper and could use a first baseman.

Talks between free agent first baseman Pete Alonso and the Blue Jays are "advancing," reports SNY. A deal is not done and there is no guarantee it gets done, but talking is something. Toronto landed Anthony Santander earlier this week and can put him in the outfield full-time,