Mets Fans Boo Bo Bichette in Under Three Games
Bo Bichette’s start with the New York Mets has been far from ideal. Fans expected a strong performance from the team’s major offseason addition, but the results have been disappointing. In his first three games, Bichette has struggled significantly at the plate.
Mets Fans Boo Bo Bichette
The 28-year-old outfielder faced a challenging game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he went 0-for-5 and struck out three times. This poor performance brought his total to just one hit and one RBI in 14 at-bats over his first three games. Fans at Citi Field expressed their frustration, loudly booing him as he returned to the dugout following his third strikeout, which came against a 100 mph fastball from Pirates reliever Mason Montgomery.
Fans’ Reaction
After being booed, Bichette acknowledged the crowd’s displeasure. He admitted, “If anything, I thought it took too long. I get it. I thought my at-bats were terrible, too.” This comment shows that he shares the fans’ disappointment in his early performance.
Performance Summary
- Total games played: 3
- Batting average: 0.071 (1 hit in 14 at-bats)
- Strikeouts: 8 (multiple strikeouts in each game)
- RBI: 1
Despite the early struggles, many believe Bichette’s track record as an elite hitter will help him rebound. The Mets are optimistic about his potential to improve in the upcoming games.
Contract Details
New York signed Bichette to a significant three-year, $126 million contract, which includes a player option after the 2026 and 2027 seasons. His average salary of $42 million per season is substantial, although he is only receiving a $2 million base salary in 2026 due to a $40 million signing bonus. If he decides to opt-out, he would be entitled to a $5 million buyout, which will be paid in installments from 2036 to 2040. This contract, noted for its average annual value, ranks as the second-highest in the recent MLB free agency, behind Kyle Tucker’s four-year, $240 million deal with the Dodgers.
The Mets will look to turn things around in their first road series of the season against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Fans and analysts alike are hopeful that Bichette will find his footing at the plate as the season progresses.
