Bo Bichette returning to Mets in 2027 after $42 million contract move
With the New York Mets looking ahead to free agency and the offseason after a disappointing season in 2026, some loose threads from the year still needed to be untangled, such as the contract of star Bo Bichette. As rumors will surround the Mets and what the offseason could look like, a decision has been made by Bichette that determines his future […] The post Bo Bichette returning to Mets in…
In an upcoming move, Bo Bichette has announced his decision to re-sign with the New York Mets for the 2027 season, according to Will Sammon of The Athletic. The 28-year-old outfielder will be taking advantage of his $42 million player option, with another identical option extending to 2028. Bichette joined the Mets last year, after spending the first seven seasons of his career with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Despite a rocky start to the 2026 season, Bichette managed to bounce back by posting a .260 batting average, 18 home runs, and 78 RBIs. The move to re-sign with the Mets makes sense for Bichette, as it will allow him to test the market again in the offseason without an impending lockout. This decision could prove beneficial for the Mets, who finished the 2026 season with a 74-88 record, last in the NL East.
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