The Toronto Blue Jays are going to be without shortstop Bo Bichette for a crucial portion of the 2025 season.

The Blue Jays announced on Tuesday morning that Bichette has been placed on the 10-day IL (retroactive to Sept. 7) with a left knee sprain. In a corresponding move, they have recalled outfielder Joey Loperfido from Triple-A Buffalo. The 26-year-old will be active for tonight’s game versus the Houston Astros.

This is a tough blow for the Blue Jays, who hold the top spot in the AL East Division by just two games as the New York Yankees remain hot on their tail. The Jays currently sit at 82-61 with just 19 games remaining on their schedule.

Though his defensive play causes headaches for Jays fans from time to time, Bichette has delivered at the plate after what was a disappointing

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