The Boston Red Sox can target several free-agent position players to fortify their lineup. An MLB insider doesn’t expect them to leave the offseason empty-handed.

MLB Network’s Jon Morosi said Monday on “Hot Stove” that bringing back Alex Bregman is a “big priority” for Boston. If the All-Star third baseman signs elsewhere, Morosi sees the Red Sox pivoting to another corner infielder.

“I look at this as being a two-track possibility for the Boston Red Sox,” Morosi said. “Either they bring back Bregman, or they make an all-out pursuit for Pete Alonso. I like their chances to get one or the other.”

Morosi anticipates the Red Sox signing a big bat, but he could then see them pursuing an impact starting pitcher on the trade market. He added that Boston may try to acquire Edward Cabrera

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