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“The market is so thin right now” – MLB analyst reveals why Bo Bichette’s decision to continue at Citi Field is a big boost for the Mets

Bo Bichette is staying at Citi Field for at least one more season, and the state of the third base market he chose not to test explains why the New York Mets greeted the decision as a win.

By Kaushani Chatterjee · Sportskeeda

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 6:14 AM

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MLB analyst Rich MacLeod highlighted that Bo Bichette remaining with the Mets is crucial due to a thin market.
Bo Bichette exercised his $42 million player option with the New York Mets for the 2027 season.
Bichette chose the guaranteed $42 million salary over a $5 million buyout ahead of a possible labor stoppage.

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Bo Bichette has opted into his $42 million player option for 2027 to remain with the New York Mets, bypassing free agency. MLB analysts, including Rich MacLeod, consider the decision a major positive for the Mets due to an exceptionally thin market for third basemen this offseason. Bichette chose the guaranteed contract over a $5 million buyout ahead of a potential labor stoppage.

Analysts Dexter Henry and Tyler Ward noted the move simplifies offseason planning for president of baseball operations David Stearns. With third base secured, New York can focus resources on pitching and other infield spots. Bichette finished 2026 hitting .260 with 18 home runs after rebounding strongly over his final 114 games.

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