Mets Secure Bichette with Three-Year, $126M Contract
Bo Bichette’s tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays has officially concluded, as he has secured a significant contract with the New York Mets. The 27-year-old shortstop has signed a three-year, $126 million deal that features opt-outs after the first two seasons. This development was first reported by Will Sammon from The Athletic.
Mets Secure Bichette with Three-Year, $126M Contract
Contract Highlights
- Player: Bo Bichette
- Team: New York Mets
- Contract Duration: Three years
- Total Value: $126 million
- Opt-Outs: Available after years one and two
Bichette’s move to the Mets follows a productive season where he hit .311, in addition to achieving 18 home runs and 94 runs batted in. His performance was particularly remarkable given his struggles with injuries in 2024. This past season earned him Most Valuable Player votes for the fourth time in five years.
Playoff Performance
One of the highlights of his Blue Jays career was a memorable home run in Game 7 of the World Series. Despite playing through a significant knee injury, he launched a three-run homer against star pitcher Shohei Ohtani. Although the Blue Jays lost that game 5-4 in 11 innings, Bichette’s performance left a lasting impression.
Career Overview
Since his debut in 2019, Bichette has become a pivotal player for the Blue Jays. Over seven seasons, he has maintained a batting average of .294, racking up 111 home runs and 437 RBIs across 748 games. Bichette is also a two-time All-Star and has led the American League in hits twice.
This news arrives shortly after the Blue Jays missed out on free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker, who signed a staggering four-year, $260 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. As the Blue Jays navigate this offseason, Bichette’s departure marks a significant adjustment for the franchise that has seen key players, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr., sign long-term deals.
