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Like Alonzo, Bregman has set his sights on a $200 million contract, though the exact years he is targeting remain unclear. At 31 years old—and after three consecutive years of declining offensive output—Bregman’s wish for a lengthy commitment could be seen as problematic for any prospective team. While he has averaged around 4.5 WAR over the past three seasons, making him theoretically worth $36 million a year, it is difficult to justify a six-year deal based on recent performance, especially considering his defensive contributions are also suspect and reliant on his aging body.