UPDATE: Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette is exploring options for a return as he seeks a second opinion on his injured knee. The 27-year-old star, sidelined since September 7 with a sprained left knee, could make his comeback initially as a designated hitter.
Bichette underwent an examination by Dr. Dan Cooper in Dallas on Monday afternoon, with Blue Jays manager John Schneider stating there was no significant change to report. “It doesn’t change our thinking,” Schneider affirmed, emphasizing that the appointment was part of the recovery process.
The Blue Jays are currently leading the American League with an impressive record of 87-62 and hold a four-game advantage in the AL East over the New York Yankees with just 13 games remaining in the season.
Bichette sustained his injury during a play at home plate against the Yankees on September 6, leading to his placement on the 10-day injured list retroactive to September 7. The Blue Jays have urged patience in his recovery, but Schneider acknowledged that a DH role might be possible before Bichette is cleared to play defense.
“In a perfect world, if he can come back and play short, great,” Schneider commented. “We’ll see how this goes. With how he’s moving, it seems to me that hitting will be a little bit in front of everything else.” Schneider is optimistic, stating, “If we can get his bat back, hell yeah, I’ll take that.”
Before his injury, Bichette was having a stellar season, boasting a batting average of .311, 18 home runs, 94 RBIs, and an .840 OPS over 139 games. He leads the majors with 181 hits and 44 doubles. With the potential of becoming a free agent after the World Series, his return could significantly impact the Blue Jays’ playoff push.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Bichette can return to the lineup soon, as his presence could be crucial in the upcoming games. The Blue Jays are closely monitoring his progress, with updates expected within the next couple of days.
Stay tuned for the latest developments on Bichette’s recovery and potential return to the field as the Blue Jays aim for a deep postseason run.
