Ranking Blue Jays SS Bo Bichette's Top 10 Landing Spots Ahead of MLB Free Agency
Bo Bichette's financial outlook has dramatically shifted in just one year of free agency. After posting the worst season of his career last winter, lucrative long-term offers would have been unlikely. However, following a strong comeback season, where he would have led the majors in hits if not for missing the last three weeks due to a sprained knee, Bichette is now poised to secure a nine-figure contract.
Bo Bichette’s 2025 Season Stats
- Batting Average/On-base/Slugging: .311/.357/.483
- Home Runs: 18
- Runs Batted In: 94
- Stolen Bases: 4
- bWAR: 3.4
Career Highlights
- Batting Average/On-base/Slugging: .294/.337/.469
- Home Runs: 111
- Runs Batted In: 437
- Stolen Bases: 60
- bWAR: 20.8
Contract and Market Value
Spotrac estimates Bichette’s market value at 8 years, $186 million. However, the shortstop market presents unique challenges. Most teams with a history of signing $100 million free agents already have long-term plans in place for their shortstops:
- Trea Turner and Xander Bogaerts signed through 2033
- Mookie Betts contracted through 2032
- Francisco Lindor, Corey Seager, Willy Adames, and Ezequiel Tovar under contract through 2031
- Geraldo Perdomo with the Diamondbacks for the next five years
- Dansby Swanson has four years remaining on his deal
- Prospects like Elly De La Cruz, Masyn Winn, Zach Neto, Gunnar Henderson, and CJ Abrams will not reach free agency until after 2028
Position Flexibility
Due to Bichette’s defense being less than elite at shortstop, teams might consider shifting him to either second base or designated hitter in his next contract.
“Had he hit the open market last winter after what was by far the worst season of his career, there probably wouldn't have been any lucrative long-term offers.”
“It's likely he'll get a nine-figure contract.”
Author’s summary: Bo Bichette's rebound season has elevated him to a high-value free agent, though positional adjustments may shape his next lucrative MLB contract.