Bo Bichette will miss the division series, if Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s words are anything to go by

Blue Jays fans are hoping that Bo Bichette will be able to play in the division series. But the more time passes, the more unlikely it seems.

But why? Two big clues have been offered recently.

First, we learned that Bichette hadn't started running again. And that makes sense, considering that the shortstop is still wearing a heavy knee brace. As of yesterday, he had one.

I can't see him trying to stretch a single into a double in… two days. And even though I know that sportsmen and women often wear braces, Bichette's doesn't seem to be just the right one to help him, should the need arise.

Images of Bo Bichette today with a splint on his left leg. He doesn't look like a guy close to returning to the game. @BlueJays https://t.co/PrDeLvbFIl

– Jeremy Filosa (@JeremyFilosa) October 1, 2025

And secondly, there are the words of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

The Blue Jays star hopes his good friend can join them in the next series, should the Blue Jays win their division series. That's saying a lot.

“I hope we win this series and he comes back for the next one.” – Vlad Guerrero Jr. on his pal and #Bluejays teammate, Bo Bichette. https://t.co/nUUe1eZtaw

– Rob Longley (@longleysunsport) October 2, 2025

Nothing says that Bichette would be ready for a potential championship series. He has to hope so, as he wants to play, is fighting for a contract and finally wants to win a bit in the playoffs.

But in the short term, don't hold your breath.

I have a feeling the Blue Jays will want to bring him back as soon as possible, even if it means as a designated hitter. I don't think we'll necessarily see him playing defensively in the playoffs.

To be continued in the championship series… but to get there, the Blue Jays will first have to beat the winner of the series between the Red Sox and the Yankees, whose final game takes place tonight.

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