By helping the Astros unload the contract, the Tigers might have hurt their own chances to sign third baseman Alex Bregman, the top free-agent hitter still on the market. The Pressly trade has only fueled speculation that the Astros are positioning their payroll for a last-ditch effort to retain their fan-favorite star.

The Detroit Tigers seem like a perfect fit for Alex Bregman, but don't forget about the Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox, among other teams.