Blue Jays extend qualifying offer to Bichette

Blue Jays Extend Qualifying Offer to Bo Bichette

The Toronto Blue Jays have presented a one-year, $22.025 million qualifying offer to shortstop Bo Bichette ahead of the Thursday 5 p.m. deadline. Should Bichette accept, he would remain with the Blue Jays for the 2026 season. If he signs with another team during free agency, Toronto will receive a compensatory draft pick.

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Bichette’s 2025 Season Performance

After an injury-affected 2024, the 27-year-old shortstop rebounded impressively, finishing 2025 with a slash line of .311/.357/.483, 18 home runs, and a team-leading 94 RBIs. Before suffering a PCL sprain in his left knee against the New York Yankees in September, Bichette was on track to lead the league in hits (181) and doubles (44).

"Bichette missed the remainder of the regular season with the injury, as well as Toronto’s first two postseason rounds, before returning in Game 1 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers."

During the Fall Classic, Bichette excelled in limited action, batting .348 with six RBIs over 23 at-bats and hitting a crucial three-run home run in Game 7.

Background and Career Highlights

Originally drafted by the Blue Jays in the second round of the 2016 MLB draft, the Orlando native has played 749 games for Toronto since his 2019 debut. Bichette holds a career batting average of .294, along with 111 home runs, 190 doubles, and 437 RBIs.

Summary: Bo Bichette’s notable comeback in 2025 after injury underscores his value to the Blue Jays, reflected in their qualifying offer to retain him for 2026 or gain draft compensation.

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TSN TSN — 2025-11-06

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