Inside the Mets’ stunning pivot to Bo Bichette
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The New York Mets signed Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract with opt-outs after the first two seasons, marking one of the highest average annual values in baseball history and fitting their preference for short-term, high-salary deals.
- The Mets pivoted quickly to Bichette after losing out on Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, finalizing the deal within 14 hours and outmaneuvering a potential Phillies agreement.
- Bichette, a right-handed batter with a .311 average last season, is expected to transition to third base despite never playing there professionally, with the Mets optimistic due to his work ethic and support from coaching staff.
- The signing displaces Brett Baty as the primary third baseman, though the Mets still
