Blue Jays SS Bichette Eyes ALDS Return After Knee Sprain

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, sidelined since early September with a sprained left knee, is hopeful to return for the team's American League Division Series starting this Saturday. Bichette's injury has no structural damage and requires no surgery, but he must resume running before being cleared to play, and time is running short. The Blue Jays, who secured the AL East division title and earned a bye past the Wild Card round, benefit from extra rest and time for Bichette's recovery, which manager John Schneider describes as instrumental to the team's success over the past six years. Bichette ended the regular season with a strong performance, hitting .311 with 18 home runs and 94 RBIs, and his return would significantly boost Toronto's postseason chances. Despite no exact return date, Bichette is feeling better daily and is committed to doing everything possible to rejoin the lineup. The team's resilience and fight throughout the season, combined with Bichette's potential playoff return, underscore the Blue Jays' strong position heading into the postseason.