Bichette Doubtful for ALDS; Jays Finalize Roster

The Toronto Blue Jays clinched the AL East and a first-round bye after finishing the regular season (94-68). Shortstop Bo Bichette is recovering from a left-knee PCL sprain suffered Sept. 6 and remains officially day-to-day with no firm timetable ahead of Game 1 of the ALDS this Saturday, GM Ross Atkins said. Team officials and analysts now view a return this weekend as unlikely and say the more realistic target is the ALCS if Toronto advances; Bichette has not faced live pitching, has not resumed his full running progression, and there are defensive concerns if his mobility is limited. Toronto will announce its 26-man roster Saturday, is using intrasquad games while finalizing rotation plans (Kevin Gausman projected for Game 1, Chris Bassitt available, José Berríos still recovering, rookie Trey Yesavage expected on the roster). If Bichette is not cleared, the club would likely add infield/utility depth such as Isiah Kiner-Falefa and consider limited early deployment (including as DH). The Blue Jays say they will provide another update closer to Game 1.