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Both players were at the top of their game, with Alonzo setting a rookie record with 53 home runs and a remarkable 14.7 OPS+. Meanwhile, Bregman delivered an even more impressive performance: an 8.9 WAR topped by 119 walks to just 83 strikeouts, alongside a powerful offensive output. If they had hit the free agent market after this standout season, there’s no doubt they would have commanded hefty paychecks. Fast forward to late 2024, and both players are facing a sobering reality as they approach free agency, misjudging their current value in the league.