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By Zach Pressnell
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The Toronto Blue Jays were one of the best teams in baseball this year, but they fell short of the World Series title by one game and one run. They were one out away from the ultimate celebration, but it ended in heartbreak.
Now, shortstop Bo Bichette is headed to free agency, and the Blue Jays could get their hearts broken again if he leaves town.
Bichette is projected to sign a massive $189 million deal, per Jim Bowden of The Athletic. This projection would limit suitors for the star, but his market should still be hot.
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MLB's Jon Morosi recently reported that Bichette was getting interest from multiple suitors as a third baseman or second baseman. Some big market teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets, already have franchise shortstops, but could still look to add Bichette at a different position this winter.
Bichette's ability to move around on defense will make him much more valuable and sought after this offseason. He's looked solid across the infield when moved there.
If the Blue Jays want to bring him back, they might need to spend $200 million to do so.
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