Bo Bichette Projected to Sign Long-Term Deal with Toronto Blue Jays
Bo Bichette is the Toronto Blue Jays' top priority this offseason. With Shane Bieber exercising his player option to stay for another year, the team now has increased payroll flexibility to secure Bichette on a long-term contract.
Projected Contract Details
Bichette is expected to sign an eight-year deal worth approximately $212 million. To estimate this, comparisons are made to similar players with comparable production.
- Willy Adames' seven-year, $182 million contract with the San Francisco Giants serves as a benchmark.
- Though Adames' overall output surpasses Bichette's, Bichette’s stronger offensive performance commands a higher value.
- Offensive contributions generally receive greater financial rewards than defensive ones.
- At age 28, Bichette is also one year younger than Adames, which may reduce concerns about injuries in free agency.
"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."
Author's summary: Bo Bichette is poised to sign a major long-term contract with the Blue Jays, bolstered by renewed payroll flexibility after Shane Bieber's decision to stay.