Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are in a competition with the Philadelphia Phillies to sign baseball player Bo Bichette. The Phillies have become a favorite to sign Bichette due to his interest in playing for them and their recent hiring of a familiar coach, Don Mattingly.
Key Facts
- Bo Bichette is a 27-year-old baseball player in high demand.
- The Toronto Blue Jays and Philadelphia Phillies are both interested in signing Bichette.
- The Phillies became more appealing to Bichette after they hired Don Mattingly as their bench coach.
- Don Mattingly previously worked with Bichette as a coach for the Blue Jays.
- The Phillies need a strong batter, which is one reason they are keen on Bichette.
- The Blue Jays have been actively spending to improve their team this offseason.
- The Phillies and Bichette have had two meetings to discuss a potential deal.
- Signing Bichette could impact the Phillies' roster, particularly concerning player J.T. Realmuto.
