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Blue Jays Aren't Desperate to Sign Bo Bichette, Says MLB Insider

Blue Jays Aren't Desperate to Sign Bo Bichette, Says MLB Insider

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are not urgently seeking to re-sign free-agent infielder Bo Bichette. MLB insider Bob Nightengale reports that a reunion is becoming less likely as the team explores other roster options for the 2026 season. The Blue Jays are particularly interested in signing outfielder Kyle Tucker as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays have spent $337 million in free agency for the 2026 season.
  • Bo Bichette is a free agent and has not agreed on a contract extension with the Blue Jays.
  • The team might not re-sign Bichette, as they consider other players for key positions.
  • The Blue Jays are interested in signing top free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker.
  • Kyle Tucker visited the Blue Jays' spring training facility, increasing speculation of a potential signing.
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets are also interested in Kyle Tucker.
  • The Blue Jays are among the favored teams to secure big-name free agents for the 2026 season.

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