Bo Bichette, Mets reportedly agree to 3-year, $126 million deal
Bo Bichette has secured a significant free-agent contract, agreeing to a three-year, $126 million deal with the New York Mets, according to multiple reports. The agreement caps a successful mission to reestablish his value after an injury-plagued 2024 season that cast doubt on his market.
The 27-year-old shortstop is expected to transition to third base for the Mets. The contract includes no deferred money, a full no-trade clause, and opt-outs after the first two years, providing Bichette both security and flexibility.
Entering 2025, Bichette faced uncertainty following a dismal 2024 in which he slashed .225/.277/.322 over just 336 plate appearances due to recurring calf and finger injuries. However, he emphatically silenced concerns last season, returning to All-Star form with a .311/.357/.480 line, 18 home runs, and demonstrating his clutch ability in the World Series despite a late-season knee issue.
His performance reaffirmed his status as one of baseball's premier offensive infielders and positioned him as a top free agent. The Mets' investment reflects confidence that his 2024 struggles were an anomaly rather than a decline. While durability remains a consideration—Bichette has missed time in three of the past four seasons—his bat has consistently delivered when healthy.
The move significantly reshapes the Mets' infield, displacing incumbent Brett Baty and adding another high-impact hitter alongside Juan Soto as the team continues an aggressive offseason overhaul.
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