**Bo Bichette Aims for Blue Jays Playoff Return Amid Injury** The Toronto Blue Jays are preparing for the postseason, but the question remains: Can they succeed without their star player, Bo Bichette? As the team gears up for their playoff journey starting Saturday, Bichette is focused on returning to the lineup after being sidelined with a left-knee strain. After the Blue Jays clinched the AL East title with a win on Sunday, Bichette reflected on the team's remarkable turnaround from last place to division champions. He expressed mixed emotions about watching from the dugout as the team finished the season with 94 wins, securing their final four games to fend off the New York Yankees. "This is tough to watch," Bichette said, highlighting his eagerness to rejoin his teammates. "As much as this team is so easy to root for, it’s tough to watch. I’m feeling better every day, just doing everything I possibly can to hopefully be ready whenever that time comes. Not really sure when that is yet." Bichette's return timeline remains uncertain, but his presence is crucial for the Blue Jays. He was seen celebrating with teammates without a brace and walking comfortably, although he has not yet resumed running. The team has been vague about his recovery process since the injury occurred. Despite missing the last 20 games of the season, Bichette finished with 181 hits, ranking second in the majors, just behind Kansas City's Bobby Witt Jr. Had he remained healthy, he likely would have surpassed his career-high of 191 hits set in 2021. "Every day I’m feeling better. I don’t have a date for a return, but I will be doing everything that I possibly can to get back," said the 27-year-old two-time All-Star. Bichette has been a consistent contributor for the Blue Jays, and he appreciates the journey the team has taken this season. "This is special for the obvious reasons. Nobody thought we would be here, didn’t think we had what it took. And then going through the ups and downs of getting to this point, it’s pretty special," he said. He emphasized the team's resilience, stating, "Every team is going to face adversity, but just how we fought back from everything. A lot of fight in this group and it’s pretty cool." The Blue Jays' transformation from last place in the AL East to divisional champions required significant adjustments from the players. Bichette noted, "Looking yourself in the mirror and making adjustments, just like anything else in life. I think it’s pretty simple. The one goal in mind was to win, and nobody was going to let anything else distract us from that." As the Blue Jays prepare for the playoffs, having Bichette back in the lineup, even as a pinch-hitter, could provide a significant boost to the team's chances of success. With the postseason approaching, the Blue Jays are hopeful for a strong performance, and Bichette's return could be a key factor in their pursuit of a championship.