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Blue Jays Get Bo Bichette-Cubs Update As Rumors Heat Up After Kazuma Okamoto Deal

Blue Jays Get Bo Bichette-Cubs Update As Rumors Heat Up After Kazuma Okamoto Deal

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto for four years. This move leads to speculation about Bo Bichette's future with the team. The Chicago Cubs show interest in Bichette, who might change positions.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal.
  • Okamoto is a Japanese player and is expected to take on various roles on the team.
  • Bo Bichette has been a shortstop, but there’s talk he might need to switch positions.
  • Bichette recently played second base in the World Series.
  • The Chicago Cubs are reportedly interested in acquiring Bichette.
  • Bichette is a productive player despite recent knee injury concerns.
  • The Cubs could position Bichette at third base or move another player to fit him.
  • Nico Hoerner from the Cubs is nearing free agency, and the team might trade him.

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