Bo Bichette, who signed a three-year, $126 million contract with the New York Mets during the offseason, is preparing for a significant transition in his career. Now playing for a new team and shifting to third base for the first time, the 27-year-old infielder has revealed a key adjustment to his equipment—a bigger glove suitable for the hot corner.
Reasons Behind the Glove Modification
In a discussion with Todd Zeile of SNY, Bichette explained that he consulted former teammates who have experience at third base before deciding to increase the size of his glove. He noted that while the difference is noticeable, it hasn’t presented any major difficulties in fielding.
“I reached out to a couple guys that I’ve played with in the past that have played third base, and asked them what they thought,”
Bichette said.
“They said I should go bigger because why not? … There was a couple times I reached down and I felt like my glove hit the ground and I wasn’t expecting it. But, I mean, I don’t really think about it. A half inch isn’t that much… It’s bigger, so definitely different, but I don’t notice it much.”
Bichette’s Career Background and New Role
Entering his eighth Major League season, Bichette spent his first seven years with the Toronto Blue Jays before joining the Mets. As a two-time All-Star, his move to third base adds a vital dimension to New York‘s infield. His strong offensive performance during the 2025 campaign included a .311 batting average, matching his career best, a .357 on-base percentage, 181 hits, 18 home runs, and 94 RBIs.
What to Expect in the Upcoming Season
Fans will get their first opportunity to see Bichette in his new role on Saturday when the Mets face off against the Miami Marlins in their opening spring training game. The transition to a new team and position emphasizes Bichette’s adaptability and important contribution to the Mets’ lineup this year.
Bo Bichette talks with @Todd_Zeile about adjusting to a new glove as he moves from shortstop to third base
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