Height
5'11"
Weight
190 lbs
Age
28
College
N/A
Draft
2016, Rd 2, #66
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 750 | 0.2936018 | 111 | 438 | 0.8047217 | 60 | 904 |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$126.0M
Guaranteed
$75.6M
AAV
$42.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Mets' decision to lock up Bo Bichette with a massive $42M AAV deal over three years earns a concerning D- CVI, representing one of the more questionable investments in recent shortstop market history. While Bichette profiles as an above-average starter with legitimate offensive upside, this contract catastrophically overvalues his contributions relative to both his track record and the current shortstop landscape. At $42M annually, the Mets are paying Bichette like a perennial All-Star and franchise cornerstone, yet his WAR production has never consistently reached that elite tier that justifies such expenditure. The timing feels particularly puzzling given that shortstop depth across MLB has never been stronger, with multiple above-average options available at significantly lower price points. This deal not only hamstrings the Mets' payroll flexibility during a critical competitive window, but it also sets a dangerous precedent for middle-tier talent commanding superstar money. Unless Bichette experiences an unprecedented breakout that transforms him into a legitimate MVP candidate, this contract will likely age poorly and limit the organization's ability to address other roster needs.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Bo Bichette, a shortstop for the Mets, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their elite production. His A- performance grade positions him among the elite at the shortstop position. His award history contributes positively to how fans and media perceive his career value. On a contract worth $42.0M/year, the hefty investment brings heightened scrutiny and sky-high expectations from the fanbase. Fan sentiment leans positive overall, though some segments remain watchful for more sustained production before fully buying in. At 28, with elite production already established, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ARI | L 2-7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs ARI | W 4-3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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