Royals Should Make A Run at Blue Jays’ Two-Time All-Star Bat This Offseason

The Royals could use help at second base after the Jonathan India experiment didn’t pan out. Bichette, who has spent most of his career at shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, has recently shown the ability to handle second base — even playing there during the World Series.

Pairing Bichette with Bobby Witt Jr. on the infield could give the Royals one of the most dynamic middle infields in baseball and instantly upgrade their offensive potential.

Despite battling through injuries in 2025, Bichette still posted elite numbers — slashing .311/.357/.483 with 18 home runs, 94 RBI, and an .840 OPS, good for 3.4 WAR. At just 27 years old, he’s entering his prime and still has several productive years ahead of him.

As Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports, Kansas City is expected to pursue a big bat this offseason. Bichette checks every box: power, consistency, and postseason experience.

For Kansas City, this would be more than just a free-agent splash — it would be a statement that the franchise is serious about competing again.

The Royals already feature a promising young core led by Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, and Maikel Garcia, but they still lack consistent protection for Witt in the order. Adding Bichette would give Witt a legitimate co-star and force pitchers to attack him instead of pitching around him.

That kind of balance could transform the Royals from a fringe contender into a legitimate threat in the AL Central, where they’ll once again battle the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians for the top spot.

Yes, Bichette’s asking price might stretch the Royals’ comfort zone — but the payoff could be worth it. He’s likely to cost less than other big names such as Alex Bregman, Kyle Tucker, or Cody Bellinger, while still offering elite offensive production and leadership.

It’s been a decade since the Royals’ 2015 World Series title, and their current core has shown they’re ready to compete again. To capitalize on that window, Kansas City must make a bold move, and signing Bo Bichette could be exactly what gets them back to October baseball.

A Bobby Witt Jr.–Bo Bichette infield would not only electrify Kauffman Stadium but also signal to the rest of MLB that the Royals are back — and ready to win now.