Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown gave a definitive indication that free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman won't be returning to the team

An Alex Bregman return to the Houston Astros, with whom he's spent his entire professional career to date, is back within the range of possibilities for the free-agent infielder. That's especially the case now that Jose Altuve is reportedly willing to relocate to the outfield to make room for Bregman in a Houston infield that now includes Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker.

Despite being seemingly ruled out of the Alex Bregman sweepstakes months ago, the Houston Astros are back in the mix. Their six-year, $156 million offer still stands. Bregman has been connected to other teams such as the Toronto Blue Jays,