Bo Bichette drew interest from several teams during the recent Major League Baseball free agency period. At one point, it appeared he might sign with the Philadelphia Phillies, but he eventually chose to join the New York Mets instead.
Although Bichette is pleased with his decision, he expects a hostile reception from Phillies fans when he plays in Philadelphia.
Speaking about the possibility of being booed, Bichette admitted he anticipates a rough welcome from the crowd but actually finds the idea exciting.
He noted that he has never experienced that level of reaction from an opposing fan base before and believes it will be a unique moment in his career.
Currently participating in Spring Training with the Mets, Bichette is taking on a new challenge—learning to play third base. After spending his career as a shortstop with the Toronto Blue Jays, he is adjusting to the new position ahead of the 2026 season.
The Mets are confident in Bichette’s offensive ability, so his bat is not a concern. Instead, the focus is on helping him adapt defensively at third base so he can become an important contributor for the team.
His move to a National League East rival could further irritate Phillies supporters, but Bichette appears to embrace the rivalry. He knows the atmosphere awaiting him at Citizens Bank Park and believes the best response to boos will be strong performances against Philadelphia. ⚾
