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Blue Jays Seen as Front-Runners to Keep Bo Bichette as Free Agency Nears

Insiders now rate Toronto the favorite to retain the All-Star, with his market rising on a league-leading rebound.

MIAMI, FLORIDA - AUGUST 01: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees looks on in the fifth inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on August 01, 2025 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
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TORONTO, CANADA - AUGUST 31: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays makes a throw to first to try and beat out runner Jackson Chourio #11 of the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning of their MLB game at Rogers Centre on August 31, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)
CINCINNATI, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 01: Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays runs the bases after hitting a 2 RBI home run in the 9th inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on September 01, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Overview

  • Bo Bichette has surged back to elite form in 2025, leading MLB in hits and doubles and posting a batting average around .307–.310, including a recent hot streak highlighted by TSN and Buster Olney.
  • Newsweek cites The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon saying Toronto wants both Bichette and Shane Bieber back, with Bichette viewed as more likely to re-sign at this stage.
  • Contract projections peg Bichette’s next deal around eight years and $182 million per Spotrac, with MLB Trade Rumors noting he could push toward $200 million if his production holds.
  • Rival interest is expected, with the Yankees and Dodgers frequently mentioned as prime suitors and the Tigers and Mariners discussed as potential dark horses.
  • Defensive metrics at shortstop have raised concerns this season, and Olney says some teams could pursue Bichette with a position change in mind, a factor that may shape his market.