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The Los Angeles Dodgers are not resting on back-to-back World Series titles. Front-office chatter and industry buzz say L.A. will be active this winter, hunting for the type of bat that can push them toward a three-peat.
Why Bo Bichette now tops some Dodgers wish lists
Names like Kyle Tucker surface in offseason lists, but ESPN’s David Schoenfield recently made the case for a different target: Bo Bichette. Schoenfield argues Bichette solves multiple roster problems the Dodgers face.
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Three roster gaps Bichette could fill
- Upgrade at second base: Los Angeles could improve defense and consistency up the middle.
- High-contact hitter: Bichette’s bat brings a strong batting average and a knack for piling up hits.
- Prime-age producer: He’s in the sweet spot of his career and could deliver several peak seasons.
How a position switch would play out
Most evaluators expect Bichette to move off shortstop if he signs elsewhere. Second base is the likeliest landing spot.
- Teams value his bat more than keeping him at short.
- Position change can extend his defensive reliability and reduce injury risk.
- For the Dodgers, it would create a smoother fit with their existing infield.
Performance track and recent injury note
Bichette has been a consistent run producer at the plate. He owns a career average near .294.
He missed critical time late in the season with a knee issue. Without that September injury, he likely would have led the American League in hits in 2025.
Contract talks and market outlook
Industry projections put Bichette in line for a multi-year deal. One common estimate is a five-year, $130 million contract.
The Toronto Blue Jays have clear interest in retaining him. His decision will hinge on offers, the fit, and whether he prefers to stay or test a new market.
What a Dodgers signing would mean
Landing Bichette would be headline news for L.A. It would underline the club’s win-now approach.
- It could silence critics who say champions stop improving.
- Adding a prime-average hitter would strengthen lineup depth.
- It would also fuel the “if you can’t beat them, join them” narrative.
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