" " I'm willing to do whatever it takes to help this team win in whatever role it is - it doesn't matter," Bichette told reporters, including Shi Davidi of Sportsnet ."
"All 716 of Bichette's MLB appearances in the field have been at shortstop. He's made 31 appearances at DH. Bichette does have professional experience at second base, but it's been quite some time since he played there. He made a single appearance at the position for Triple-A Buffalo in 2019. Bichette logged 29 starts at second base in the minors from 2016 to 2018."
"Bichette's playing time in the infield, whether at second base or shortstop, will likely come at the expense of . The utilityman started the final four games of the ALCS at second base. While he did go 5-for-15 against Seattle, Kiner-Falefa is known much more for his glove, and Bichette's bat would be preferred in the lineup. moved over from second base to shortstop when Bichette went down. He could slide back to his original position if Bichette can handle shortstop, or remain there if Bichette heads to second."
Bichette is taking reps at second base as he works his way back from a PCL sprain suffered in early September. He said he is willing to play whatever role is needed, including second base, shortstop, or designated hitter, if cleared to return. Manager John Schneider indicated Bichette could appear at second, shortstop, or DH. Bichette completed on-field running work before the ALCS but was left off the roster. All 716 of his MLB field appearances have been at shortstop, with 31 as DH, though he has prior minor-league experience at second base. Bichette's return would prompt an infield shuffle and affect the utilityman's playing time.
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