Bichette's first (and potentially only) season with the Mets has been a series of fits and starts, with him showing signs of breaking out and then regressing.
He did have a late, game-tying hit in New York's comeback win over the Tigers on Wednesday night, but Bichette enters play on Friday with a .552 OPS -- 288 points lower than it was last season with the Blue Jays and 241 points under his career mark.
When will he come out of it?
"That’s kind of the question we’re asking ourselves, too," manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters Thursday about when Bichette will come out of it. "You know at some point it’s going to come. I think that that break that he’s looking for – maybe that blooper yesterday.
"He hits balls hard, they’re making plays on him. Then he goes two, three at-bats, a couple of games where it’s soft contact. But I think it’s just a matter of time for him. He’s too good of a hitter. Hopefully, a blooper like last night gets him going here."
In addition to not being locked in yet, Bichette has also been pretty unlucky on balls in play. His average exit velocity, hard-hit percentage, and squared-up percentage are all above average. Meanwhile, his expected batting average is .285, while his actual mark is .224.
Bichette getting hot would be enormous for a Mets team that is without four of its regulars on offense, and is likely not getting any of them back in the near future.
Q&A
What are the dates and location for the Subway Series between the Mets and Yankees?
The Subway Series will take place from May 15 to May 17 at Citi Field.
What time does the first game of the Subway Series start?
The first game of the Subway Series starts at 7:15 p.m. on May 15.
Who is Bo Bichette and why is he significant in this Subway Series?
Bo Bichette is a player for the Mets, and his performance has been inconsistent, making him a key player to watch in the series.
What predictions are made for the Mets vs. Yankees Subway Series?
The article outlines five key things to watch and makes predictions regarding player performances and game outcomes.
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Mets' pitching has been carrying them
The Mets enter play Friday having allowed 178 runs this season.
Only three teams in the National League (the Braves, Brewers, and Dodgers) have allowed fewer runs, and all three of those clubs are in playoff position.
Devin Williams is unscored upon in his last seven appearances, Luke Weaver has held the opposition scoreless in nine of his last 10 outings, Brooks Raley has a 1.06 ERA and 0.94 WHIP, and Huascar Brazoban has a 2.14 ERA and 0.95 WHIP.
That Soto spurned the Yankees to head crosstown to the Mets will never stop being something that sticks in their fans' craw.
Soto was booed mercilessly at Yankee Stadium last season during the first three Subway Series games, going 1-for-10 (though he did draw four walks).
Things changed when Round 2 took place at Citi Field.
Apr 22, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Juan Soto (22) follows through on a single against the Minnesota Twins during the eighth inning at Citi Field.
Apr 22, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets designated hitter Juan Soto (22) follows through on a single against the Minnesota Twins during the eighth inning at Citi Field. / Brad Penner - Imagn Images
In those three games, Soto reached base 5 times in 13 plate appearances as he went 4-for-11 with a homer, double, three RBI, three runs scored, and a walk.
Holy Schlitt
The hard-throwing Cam Schlittler is becoming a legitimate ace in his second season in the majors.
In 53.1 innings over nine starts, Schlittler has allowed just 34 hits while leading the American League in ERA (1.35) and WHIP (0.80).
Schlittler is tops in the majors in FIP (1.64) and has an absurd 312 ERA+.
He gets the ball against Holmes on Friday in the series-opener.
The Yankees' top-heavy offense
The Bombers are the highest-scoring team in the American League, so their offense is more than formidable.
