Sun Oct 26 01:10:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

Bo Bichette, who returned from a seven-week injury absence to play in Game 1 of the World Series at second base, a position he had never played before, will not start Game 2 for the Toronto Blue Jays. He will be available off the bench. He performed well in Game 1, but the team is managing his return carefully due to the length of his absence. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start at second base in his place.

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Bichette to Sit Out Game 2 After Series Return

TORONTO – After a surprising return in Game 1 of the World Series, shortstop Bo Bichette will not be in the Toronto Blue Jays’ starting lineup for Game 2 on Saturday.

Bichette, 27, made his return after a seven-week absence due to a knee sprain sustained on September 6th. He surprised many by starting at second base in Game 1, a position he’d never played professionally, and went 1-for-2 with a walk before being replaced by pinch-runner Isiah Kiner-Falefa in the sixth inning.

Manager John Schneider explained the decision to hold Bichette back. “He felt pretty good after the game,” Schneider said. “Checking in with him today, probably feels a little bit better than he expected…keeping in mind that he hasn’t played in seven weeks.”

Kiner-Falefa will start at second base in Bichette’s place, but Bichette will be available off the bench. His limited mobility was noticeable in Game 1, despite a key defensive play.

Bichette, who is a free agent after this season, had a strong regular season, batting .311 with 18 home runs and 94 RBIs after recovering from a difficult 2024 season. The Blue Jays will look to manage his return carefully as they continue their World Series run.

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