Bregman has a relationship with Red Sox manager Alex Cora, as Cora was the bench coach for the Astros when they won the World Series in 2017. With that being said, the appeal to join the Red Sox was more than just reuniting with a former mentor.

Former Houston Astros All-Star Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, ending his nine-year tenure in Texas by accepting a three-year, $120 million deal with the AL East club. Bregman turned down longer-term contracts from the Astros and others for the shorter but higher annual salary deal.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- MLB star Alex Bregman penned a farewell post to the Astros and their fans after playing nine seasons with the team. The two-time World Series champion agreed to a three-year, $120 million contract with the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night.