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Mets actually helped Yankees due to stealing top target from Red Sox during offseason
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The New York Mets may have inadvertently aided the New York Yankees by signing Bo Bichette, a top target for the Boston Red Sox, during the offseason. This move could negatively impact the Red Sox's chances of making the playoffs.
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While it almost sounds crazy to say, the New York Mets might have actually helped the New York Yankees out a bit this offseason.
Reports had indicated that the Boston Red Sox were interested in signing Toronto Blue Jays free agent Bo Bichette. Instead of landing in Boston, the star infielder took a deal with the Mets.
Jim Bowden of The Athletic believes the Red Sox should have signed him and, as a result, could actually miss the playoffs due to not doing it.
“The Red Sox need another bat and a team leader. They really miss third baseman Alex Bregman, who signed with the Cubs in the offseason, and they really needed to pivot to Bo Bichette before he signed with the Mets.”
Bichette landing with the Mets helped a New York rival, but it kept him away from a division rival that clearly needed him, which is more important for the Yankees.
“I think the Red Sox should be working hard at improving third base to free up Caleb Durbin to be a super-utility player. Yes, they need another bat if they want to make the playoffs.”
If the Red Sox had landed Bichette, it would’ve made them a much more dangerous team in the division, which would've impacted the Yankees.
I hate to say that one player would’ve changed everything for a struggling Red Sox squad right now, but it certainly is possible. Bichette can swing the bat with the best of them, and going to the Mets was certainly a better outcome for the Yankees than Boston.
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Q&A
How did the Mets signing Bo Bichette affect the Yankees?
The Mets signing Bo Bichette prevented the Boston Red Sox from acquiring him, which could benefit the Yankees by weakening a division rival.
What impact does Bo Bichette's signing have on the Red Sox's playoff chances?
Experts believe the Red Sox may miss the playoffs due to their failure to sign Bichette, who was seen as a crucial addition to their lineup.
Who were the other teams interested in Bo Bichette during the offseason?
The Boston Red Sox were reportedly interested in signing Bo Bichette before he ultimately chose to sign with the New York Mets.
