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Blue Jays star Bo Bichette shares massive update ahead of World Series
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Reinforcements are coming for the Toronto Blue Jays for the World Series. The main reinforcement’s name? Bo Bichette.

The Blue Jays left their star shortstop off the roster for both the ALDS and ALCS due to a lingering left knee injury. With Toronto able to extend its postseason run sans Bichette, the team afforded him enough time to recover off the field.

The patience has paid off, as Bichette revealed Monday that he expects to suit up for the World Series. Speaking to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the two-time All-Star had a two-word response when asked if he’s healthy enough to play in the Fall Classic.

“I’m good,” he told Morosi.

In Bichette’s absence, the Blue Jays moved second baseman Andres Gimenez to shortstop. Toronto plugged in backup Isiah Kiner-Falefa at the other middle infield spot after the team fell behind 2-0 in the series. While the two have filled in admirably, both were bottom-of-the-order batters for the Blue Jays.

Bichette batted .311 with 18 home runs, 94 RBIs, and an OPS of .840 across 139 regular season games.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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