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Beyond Walker's acquisition, the broader landscape of the offseason sees various other marquee players on the market, including Alex Bregman and Pete Alonzo. As teams adjust and strategize around their needs, it’s essential to monitor how their fates intertwine with the Astros' ambitions for sustained excellence.
Bregman’s situation appears increasingly uncertain with rumors suggesting that his era with the Astros might be concluding. Looking ahead, how teams like the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, and others approach free agency can fundamentally change the competitive balance in the American League.