Toronto Blue Jays’ shortstop Bo Bichette is currently in recovery from a left knee sprain that sidelined him for three weeks. General manager Ross Atkins confirmed on Wednesday that Bichette’s progress is being monitored daily. However, no definitive return date has been established.
Upcoming Playoff and Roster Updates
The Blue Jays are preparing for the opening of the American League Division Series on Saturday. They will face the winner of the wild-card series, which is currently between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox secured victory in Game 1 of the best-of-three series, with Game 2 scheduled for Wednesday evening.
Atkins, along with manager John Schneider and catcher Alejandro Kirk, addressed the media at Rogers Centre before an intrasquad game. They also arranged a scrimmage between the Blue Jays and the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons for Thursday afternoon. Toronto is expected to announce its 26-man roster for the ALDS on Saturday morning.
Injury Updates
- Bo Bichette: Day-to-day recovery from a left knee sprain.
- Chris Bassitt: Recovering from a back issue; potential availability for ALDS.
- Jose Berrios: Still not resuming a throwing routine due to elbow issues.
The Blue Jays concluded the regular season with a victory over the weekend, marking their fourth consecutive win. This performance secured the East Division title, with a final record of 94-68. The team ended the season in a tie with the Yankees, but their head-to-head record gave them the top spot.
Playoff History and Challenges
Historically, the Toronto Blue Jays have faced challenges in recent playoff appearances. They participated in the wild-card round three times from 2020 to 2023 but were eliminated each time. The team has not won a postseason game since 2016 and made its last appearance in the AL Championship Series that year.
The Blue Jays’ franchise history includes two World Series championships, achieved in 1992 and 1993. With the playoffs approaching, the team aims to improve upon past performances and make a significant impact this postseason.
