As the Toronto Blue Jays gear up for the 2024 season, all eyes are on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., but Bo Bichette's impending free agency is another key storyline. The All-Star shortstop is in the final year of a three-year, $33.6 million contract, yet discussions about a contract extension have been virtually nonexistent following his subpar 2024 performance.

Reports suggest that Bichette, who has been with the Blue Jays since being drafted in 2016, may be "as good as gone" after the 2025 season. His struggles last year, where he posted a .225 batting average and a -0.3 WAR, have raised doubts about his future in Toronto, despite his previous success as a top-tier player. With highly regarded prospects waiting in the wings, the Blue Jays might be preparing for life without him.