The Toronto Blue Jays will not see their star shortstop again within the common season, however they’ll nonetheless breathe a sigh of reduction realizing they escaped the worst-case state of affairs.
Supervisor John Schneider advised reporters on Tuesday that the second opinion Bo Bichette obtained on his sprained knee was “constructive,” and confirmed solely relaxation and rehabilitation is required for restoration.
He added there’s nonetheless no timetable on his return, however confirmed it will not be earlier than the post-season.
The 27-year-old Bichette, a two-time All-Star, was injured Sept. 6 on a play at residence plate towards the Yankees and landed on the 10-day injured record.
Bichette was having a robust season earlier than the harm, batting .311 with 18 residence runs, 94 RBIs and an .840 OPS in 139 video games. He leads the majors in hits (181) and doubles (44).
The Blue Jays have 12 video games remaining within the common season and are closing in on incomes a bye to the division sequence.
Toronto continues a street sequence towards the Rays Tuesday night time at 7:30 p.m. ET/ 4:30 p.m. PT on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.
— With information from Related Press
