This hasn’t been the best of seasons for Bichette, for his New York Mets, for the Jays and for his pal, Guerrero Jr. Guerrero hasn’t hit a home run at home all season. Bichette has hit 10 on the season for New York – home runs are not his forte – but in June he’s hit .337 with a .932 OPS and 18 RBI for the Mets. That’s the kind of month you’ve come to expect from Bichette. He is what many call a professional
hitter. The huge money the Mets are paying him probably doesn’t feel as terrific with the Mets in last place in the National League East. He has no regrets about leaving the Jays. He might have regrets as to where he ended up although he’s not saying as much right now. “I wanted to feel valued,” Bichette said, in explaining why he move on from the Jays. When asked what forced him out of Toronto, his answer was: “Like I said, things just didn’t line
up.” He held it together for most of the availability, He shocked himself with his outward emotions. He got through the tough moments, when he wasn’t sure he could find the words to continue, when his eyes continued to well up. He spoke almost lovingly of his relationship with Guerrero. “I’ve seen him as his lowest,” said Bichette. “He’s seen me at mine.” Bo Bichette was a rare Blue Jay, a star drafted and developed by a team that rarely drafts and develops anyone who
matters. There haven’t been many better over the years who came up that way. Maybe Dave Stieb. Maybe Roy Halladay. That’s about all. Now Bichette. This was a special night for Toronto baseball, the rare chance to say thanks, to get emotional and shed a tear yourself for what was and what almost was. ssimmons@postmedia.com
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