"The big news here is that the Blue Jays are getting back their superstar shortstop, albeit he may play as a designated hitter or even as a second baseman. This season, Bichette slashed .311/.357/.483 with 18 home runs in 629 plate appearances for a career-best 134 wRC+. Bichette hasn't played since September 6, as he injured his knee sliding into Austin Wells at home base in a game against the New York Yankees."
"Acquired before the trade deadline, France slashed .277/.320/.372 with a home run in 103 plate appearances with the Jays, giving him a 92 wRC+. It's worth noting that the Blue Jays got him to pinch hit against left-handed pitching, and the Dodgers have a whole lot of left-handed relievers. Anthony Banda, Jack Dreyer, Justin Wrobleski, and Clayton Kershaw all pitched out of the bullpen for the Dodgers in the National League Championship Series."
The Toronto Blue Jays finalized a 26-man World Series roster with two changes: Yariel Rodríguez and Joey Loperfido removed, Bo Bichette and Ty France added. Bichette produced a .311/.357/.483 line with 18 home runs and a 134 wRC+ in 629 plate appearances before sustaining a knee injury on September 6. Bichette could serve as designated hitter or play second base and would likely bat cleanup behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Ty France hit .277/.320/.372 in 103 plate appearances after being acquired at the trade deadline and is projected as a lefty pinch-hit option against the Dodgers' many left-handed relievers. Rodríguez has struggled in the postseason, allowing three earned runs in 2 2/3 innings.
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