Bo Bichette rejected the Blue Jays' $22M qualifying offer, becoming a free agent after a key World Series performance.

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette has rejected the team’s $22.025 million qualifying offer for 2026, becoming a free agent. The 27-year-old, who played his entire MLB career with Toronto, hit .348 in the World Series, including a crucial three-run homer in Game 7, despite missing early playoff action due to a knee injury. His decision opens the door for other teams to pursue him, with the Boston Red Sox reportedly interested. Bichette joins several other top free agents who declined qualifying offers this offseason.