He’s quickly forged roots that extend beyond the big league team all the way to the lowest rungs of the minors.

The acquisition the Cubs really wanted to make was Alex Bregman, who would have given them the game’s best defensive infield.

Spring training is in full swing and the top free agents are trying on new jerseys and shaking hands of new teammates. Alex Bregman finally agreed to a new deal on Feb. 12, landing a three-year deal with the Red Sox.