But while Correa was making his triumphant return home after the recent blockbuster trade that brought him back to the Houston Astros from the Minnesota Twins, Bregman was in the ballpark for the first time as a visitor after signing with the Boston Red Sox this offseason.

After nine seasons and two World Series championships, Bregman and the Astros went their separate ways, with Bregman signing with the Red Sox in February.

Houston's contest at Daikin Park marked the first game for Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman in Houston since he left the Astros in free agency this winter. Astros fans didn't exactly jeer Bregman for his exit in the lead up to Monday's contest.

Before his first game back in Houston, Alex Bregman made a stop for his go-to Texas comfort food — and fans loved it. HOUSTON — Alex Bregman’s first trip back to Houston as a member of the Boston Red Sox came with plenty of emotions — and one very Texas tradition.

The Detroit Tigers know third base is an area they can upgrade in the offseason, and Alex Bregman is on their radar ahead of the offseason if he opts out.

Alex Bregman landed in Houston for the first time in months Sunday night as the Boston Red Sox third baseman prepares for three games against his former franchise. The first order of business for the former Astros star? A pilgrimage to perhaps the most famous Texas brand in the land.

The Sox are hot, in prime position for a playoff push over the final quarter of the season, so in Bregman’s view, that is where his focus needs to be.