Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Thursday that Bo Bichette could slot in at leadoff or cleanup this season, depending on the opponent, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Schneider’s got Vladimir Guerrero at second and Anthony Santander at third, but Bichette—usually a No. 2 hitter with 106 career cleanup starts—might shift to first or fourth, nudging George Springer from his usual leadoff perch. Fantasy managers can count on Bichette’s bat thriving either way; his flexibility keeps his value steady across lineup spots.

Bo Bichette said the Blue Jays have not approached him about a contract extension.

Fantasy Impact

Bichette said that he and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. still want to play together forever. “Vladdy is one of my best friends," Bichette said. "We’ve had tons of conversations..." This will remain a situation to monitor as Guerrero and Bichette both seek new contracts.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Bo Bichette is “full go” at the start of spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Bichette had the pin removed from his finger "long ago" and he feels normal. “Bo looks like Bo, which is really, really refreshing,” Schneider said. “We kind of operated without one of best bats last year in Bo. So having him back is going to be big.”

Bo Bichette is scheduled to undergo surgery Wednesday to place a pin in his right middle finger.

Fantasy Impact

Bichette is expected to be fully healthy for spring training.

The Blue Jays have placed Bo Bichette on the 10-day IL with a fractured right middle finger.

Fantasy Impact

Bichette suffered the injury in his return from the IL on Tuesday. He was limited to 81 games this season due to multiple injuries and will now turn his focus to being ready for the 2025 season.