Bo Bichette has been dominating for the Toronto Blue Jays during spring training, which is not surprising. Bichette is tied for the league lead in hard-hit balls, with 17, and he has made hitting look effortless. Last season, Bichette recorded 175 hits, 20 home runs, 73 RBI, and a .306 batting average. So far this spring, he has put up impressive numbers with 17 hits, a home run, six RBIs, a stolen base, and a .405 batting average.
Examining Bo Bichette’s Hitting Performance in Spring Training, He Has Hit 17 Hard Hit Balls, Tied for the Most.
With the exception of the apparent chase percentage from previous season, Bichette’s hard-hit and barrel percentage were the only areas of his game that needed improvement. This is a positive development for both the team and Bichette. It might mean the difference between his being a really terrific hitter and just a very good one. It’s entertaining to watch because he takes a really consistent approach, even in the spring. Moreover, his hands are explosive; even when the ball is around 50 feet away from the plate, they remain behind his ear. He might be able to reduce his zone and increase the intensity of his offense this year. A shift from a low OPS in the.800s to a high OPS in the.800s and higher is anticipated. Bichette’s opposite-field doubles have also returned.
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