Blue Jays Extend Qualifying Offer to Bo Bichette
If the Toronto Blue Jays lose Bo Bichette in free agency, they will receive compensation. The team extended a one-year qualifying offer to Bichette on Thursday, guaranteeing a compensatory draft pick if he signs elsewhere.
Details of the Offer
The qualifying offer for the 2026 season is valued at $22.05 million. Bichette has 18 days to accept and play under that contract; if he declines, he will enter unrestricted free agency for the first time.
Additional Roster Moves
- Injured right-handers Angel Bastardo, Bowden Francis, Yimi García, Nick Sandlin, and Robinson Piña were reinstated from the 60-day injured list.
- Robinson Piña was subsequently assigned outright to triple-A.
- Catcher Brandon Valenzuela was added to the major-league roster, protecting him from the Rule 5 Draft in December.
- Valenzuela was acquired from the San Diego Padres in exchange for Will Wagner at the trade deadline.
- Right-handed relievers Ryan Burr and Dillon Tate cleared waivers and chose free agency.
Bichette's 2025 Season Performance
The 27-year-old shortstop had an impressive 2025 season, batting .311 with 18 home runs, 94 RBIs, and a .357 on-base percentage. He suffered a left knee sprain on September 6 against the New York Yankees after sliding into the catcher’s shin guards but returned for the World Series.
"He returned in time for the World Series, hitting .348 and launching a three-run home run early in Game 7 that for a while seemed destined for franchise lore."
These moves demonstrate Toronto’s strategic efforts to maintain a competitive roster as they approach the upcoming off-season.
Summary: The Blue Jays secured a qualifying offer for Bo Bichette, ensuring draft compensation if he departs, while making key roster adjustments ahead of the off-season.
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