In a significant development for the Toronto Blue Jays, infielder Bo Bichette was not included in the starting lineup for Game 2 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Although he made his return in Game 1 after a seven-week absence, Bichette will serve as a bench option in this matchup.
Lineup Adjustments for Game 2
Manager John Schneider made several adjustments to improve the team’s chances. Isiah Kiner-Falefa started at second base, while Nathan Lukes and Addison Barger took positions in the outfield, replacing Davis Schneider and Myles Straw. This alteration indicates Schneider’s intent to optimize player performance following the previous game’s victory.
Bichette’s Recent Performance
Bichette appeared in Game 1 with a promising performance. He recorded a single in the first inning and contributed to a critical nine-run sixth inning by getting on base with a walk. His overall statistics from the past season were impressive, as he posted a .311 batting average and led the Blue Jays with 181 hits.
Prior to the game, Schneider discussed Bichette’s condition, noting his cautious approach to avoid overworking the player after a left knee sprain. “I thought he was good yesterday and just want to watch him physically,” Schneider commented, emphasizing his commitment to Bichette’s health.
Upcoming Pitching Plans
The starting pitchers for Game 2 are Kevin Gausman from Toronto and Yoshinobu Yamamoto from Los Angeles. In addition, Schneider confirmed that veteran pitcher Max Scherzer would take the mound for Game 3 at Dodger Stadium on Monday. Shane Bieber is slated for Game 4 on Tuesday, and a potential Game 5 will be hosted by the Dodgers on Wednesday. Games 6 and 7, if necessary, will be held in Toronto.
- Game 2 Starters: Kevin Gausman vs. Yoshinobu Yamamoto
- Game 3 Starter: Max Scherzer
- Game 4 Starter: Shane Bieber
- Game 5: Hosted by the Dodgers (if required)
- Game 6 and 7: Scheduled in Toronto (if necessary)
Bichette’s ability to contribute off the bench remains a critical asset for the Blue Jays as they navigate through the World Series.
