"Nevertheless, Toronto hasn't been left completely empty-handed after these transactions. In the case with Bichette going to the Mets, because he had previously turned down the qualifying offer made by the Blue Jays, Toronto will get a compensatory draft pick after the fourth round in the 2026 MLB Draft. And if makes Blue Jays feel any better, at least the Mets will lose their second and fifth round draft picks this upcoming summer along with $1 million in international bonus pool money in the process."
"The Toronto Blue Jays were left in shock after seeing long-time shortstop Bo Bichette join the New York Mets on a three-year, $126 million deal in free agency this past week. Blue Jays fans, without question, had a sense of emptiness after watching the superstar grow and develop in front of their eyes, only to see him walk away. It was particularly painful since it also came right after the fact that the Blue Jays lost out in landing top free agent Kyle Tucker the night before."
Bo Bichette signed a three-year, $126 million contract with the New York Mets in free agency. Blue Jays fans experienced emptiness after his departure and after the team failed to land Kyle Tucker. Bichette had previously declined the Blue Jays' qualifying offer, so Toronto will receive a compensatory draft pick after the fourth round in the 2026 MLB Draft. The Mets will forfeit their second- and fifth-round draft picks and $1 million in international bonus pool money. A single late-round pick is unlikely to replicate Bichette's production. The Blue Jays have produced notable later-round finds including Pat Hentgen, Jesse Barfield and Dave Stieb.
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