The Toronto Blue Jays have not been shy about making bold moves to secure their core. Most notably handing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. a record-shattering 14-year, $500 million contract earlier this year. That deal quickly shifted the spotlight to Bo Bichette, the All-Star shortstop now approaching free agency.
Bichette has long been viewed as a candidate for an extension, but talks with Toronto have never materialized into a deal. With his contract set to expire at season’s end, he is expected to be one of the most sought-after names on the market.
Bleacher Report’s Tim Kelly recently predicted that the Blue Jays will do everything they can to keep Bichette in Toronto.
“The Blue Jays retained Bichette last offseason when many thought they should blow up their core. He’s rewarded them by rebounding from a disappointing 2024 season and leading the league in hits for a team that looks like a World Series contender,” Kelly wrote. “The Blue Jays have struggled to attract free agents in recent years but remain aggressive spenders, and they will do what it takes to re-sign Bichette.”
Still, rival executives expect plenty of competition. Bichette’s age, production, and position make him an ideal target for multiple big-market clubs, setting the stage for a bidding war if Toronto cannot secure his signature before free agency opens.
