Blue Jays' Bo Bichette sheds light on return from injury for the ALCS
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Toronto Blue Jays Shortstop Bo Bichette says he is optimistic for a return for the American League Championship Series.
If there wasn't enough good news for the Blue Jays on Wednesday night, Bo Bichette provided some more.
Shortly after the Blue Jays eliminated the New York Yankees to advance to the ALCS, Bichette spoke to the media about his potential return to the lineup.
Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette optimistic about being able to return from injury
"I've made a lot of progress recently, so I'm optimistic about my chances," Bichette said. "I still have some hurdles to clear, but I'm optimistic ... I've gotta run a little bit faster, but I'm feeling better every day."
Bichette hit vs. Max Scherzer & Chris Bassitt during a simulated game on Tuesday in Toronto. Ran lightly for first time since injury on Weds in NY.
"The last three days have been really positive" for Bo Bichette, says Blue Jays manager John Schneider. "He's making some strides."
Bichette was not included on the ALDS roster as he deals with a knee sprain, but he jogged in the outfield ahead of Wednesday's Game 4. He also hit in a simulated game, though he is still considered day-to-day.
The 27-year-old suffered the injury on Sept. 6 when he slid into New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells' shin guard at home plate.
Bichette had been doing light workouts to try to work his way back to the field.
Bichette's return would provide a boost at the plate for the Blue Jays in the ALCS
He was slashing .311/.357/.483 through 139 games while leading MLB in hits and doubles before the injury.
Bichette finished second in both categories despite missing the final 20 games of the season.
The Blue Jays will play the winner of Friday's Game 5 between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners in the ALCS.
Game 1 is on Sunday, and they will have until 10 a.m. ET Sunday morning to decide if Bichette will be included on the roster for the series.
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