"The top conversation around Toronto Blue Jays baseball right now revolves around free-agent shortstop Bo Bichette. Bichette is arguably the top-hitting infielder available on the free-agent market. As expected, he recently declined the Blue Jays' $22,025,000 qualifying offer for the 2026 season. Declining a qualifying offer is standard practice for elite players. This move allows Bichette to explore multiple long-term contract offers-most of which are expected to come with significant dollar figures and extended years."
"2025 Statistics Bichette led MLB in hits in both 2021 (191) and 2022 (189). Before his injury in 2025, he was once again considered one of the best hitters in baseball. Even with the missed time, he finished the regular season with: Bichette returned in time for the World Series, where he shifted to second base on short notice. He didn't disappoint, producing a .348/.444/.478 postseason line with eight hits in 23 at-bats, six RBIs, and a massive home run in Game 7."
Bo Bichette declined the Blue Jays' $22,025,000 qualifying offer for 2026 to pursue long-term contracts. He was drafted by Toronto in 2016 and developed into the club's everyday shortstop alongside Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Bichette is a two-time All-Star with elite bat-to-ball skills and proven postseason impact. He led MLB in hits in 2021 and 2022 and overcame a 2025 injury to return for the World Series. Bichette produced a strong postseason line and a Game 7 home run. The Blue Jays must decide whether he remains the everyday shortstop or sees time at second base given expected contract costs.
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