Bo Bichette made his first appearance in Toronto since signing with the New York Mets on June 29, 2026, when the Mets opened a three‑game series against the Blue Jays at the Rogers Centre. The opening contest marked the first time the shortstop returned to the city where he began his major‑league career, now wearing the Mets uniform.
Bichette left the Blue Jays earlier this season after the trade deadline, joining New York as part of a multi‑player deal. His move to the National League club ended a five‑year stint with Toronto, during which he established himself as a regular starter at shortstop.
The June 29 game served as the series opener, with the Mets and Blue Jays scheduled to play three consecutive games in Toronto. Both clubs fielded their regular lineups, and the matchup provided a direct comparison of Bichette’s performance against the team that developed him.
Toronto fans filled the stands to see the former Blue Jay take the field against his old teammates. The atmosphere reflected the familiarity of a hometown player returning, while the Mets organization highlighted the significance of the encounter as a test of Bichette’s adaptation to his new club.
The series continues through the weekend, offering additional opportunities for Bichette to contribute to the Mets’ offensive and defensive efforts while the Blue Jays aim to counter the impact of a player they recently lost. The outcome of the opening game will set the tone for the three‑game set, with both teams looking to secure an early advantage in the series.