Blue Jays Prioritize Bo Bichette for Long-Term Deal
Bo Bichette is the top offseason priority for the Toronto Blue Jays. With Shane Bieber opting to stay for another year, the team now has increased payroll flexibility to secure Bichette's future in Toronto.
Projected Contract Details
Bichette is expected to sign an eight-year deal worth approximately $212 million. This projection is based on comparing contracts of players with similar production levels.
Comparable Deals
- Willy Adames signed a seven-year, $182 million contract with the Giants last winter.
- While Adames has overall higher production, Bichette has been a stronger offensive player, which commands a higher salary.
- At 28, Bichette is also younger by a year than Adames, which could ease injury concerns.
"Bo Bichette is the Toronto Blue Jays biggest priority this offseason. Now that Shane Bieber decided to exercise his player option and remain with the Blue Jays for another year, the club has a lot more payroll flexibility to sign Bo Bichette to a long term contract."
"To determine what it will cost the Blue Jays to retain Bichette, you have to look at similar contracts, from similar players with similar production."
Overall, the Blue Jays appear set to invest heavily in Bichette as a key part of their roster going forward.
Author's summary: Bo Bichette is expected to sign a major long-term contract with the Blue Jays, reflecting his offensive value and the team’s newfound payroll flexibility.