Overview
- After Bo Bichette asked for guidance, David Wright met with him at Spring Training to offer pointers on third-base play and adjusting to New York.
- Carlos Mendoza praised Wright’s in-person presence, citing the value of immediate feedback as Bichette learns the position.
- Bichette has played only shortstop in 748 MLB games, and the Mets believe his strong arm could better profile at third despite past range questions.
- New York signed Bichette to a reported three-year, $126 million deal and views him as a lineup boost, with career numbers cited at .294 with 111 home runs.
- Twins third baseman Royce Lewis shared televised advice for Bichette’s switch, stressing the importance of cutting distance on grounders to buy time for the long throw.