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Bo Bichette Returns to Toronto with Mets After Leaving Blue Jays Following Stalled Contract Talks
Former Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette played against his old team this week at Rogers Centre. Teammate George Springer described the reunion as a mix of emotions, and fans offered ovations during the series.
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Bo Bichette returned to Toronto this week as a member of the New York Mets to face the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Forbes reported that the 28-year-old infielder spent seven seasons with Toronto before leaving after contract talks stalled in 2025 and signing with the Mets in 2026. Veteran outfielder George Springer offered a direct assessment of the visit.
“It’s awesome. It’s sad. It's great. It’s everything,” Springer said, according to Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith. Springer added that Bichette “means the world to that (Blue Jays) locker room” after helping the club reach the postseason multiple times.
Blue Jays fans gave Bichette ovations during his first series at Rogers Centre as a visiting player. Forbes noted that the respect from former teammates and supporters has remained evident despite his departure. Bichette has stated he has no regrets about leaving Toronto.
His current contract with the Mets includes an opt-out clause, though Forbes reported no decision on his future has been made.
