One of baseball's top insiders believes the Boston Red Sox should sign Alex Bregman, but only under one condition.

As Alex Bregman continues to wait for a contract in free agency, the Chicago Cubs could be an option for the two-time All-Star if the interest from the

That trio includes both Japanese ace Roki Sasaki, who can't ink a deal until the new international amateur free-agent signing window opens on Jan. 15, and fellow right-hander Jack Flaherty, whose recent volatility warrants some skepticism.

The Cubs have suddenly entered the Alex Bregman free agency sweepstakes, but there is one clear condition in place.

According to longtime MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, that inaction might be a ploy from the Red Sox — especially if it leads to a desperate Bregman eventually lowering his contract demands with spring right around the corner.

Alex Bregman remains on the open market, and the Chicago Cubs reportedly had "casual" talks with the star free agent.

The Cubs have jumped into the negotiations for signing veteran Gold Glove third baseman Alex Bregman and have already reached out to his agent.