In Alex Bregman's introductory press conference with the Boston Red Sox, he talked about the difficulty of leaving Jose Altuve and the Astros.

The Red Sox’ three-year, $120 million signing of the two-time All-Star was finalized and announced by the team on Saturday. Additionally, Boston shared that Bregman will wear No. 2, joining the likes of Jerry Remy, Jacoby Ellsbury, and Xander Bogaerts as players who’ve worn that number with the Red Sox.

My favorite player Dustin Pedroia,” Bregman said of the club’s former second baseman and two-time World Series champion. “He reached out a few times this offseason and talked about how special it was to be a part of the Boston Red Sox,