The Toronto Blue Jays have finalized their 26-man roster ahead of Friday’s opening game of the World Series.

Shortstop Bo Bichette, who hasn’t played since injuring his knee in a regular-season game on Sept. 6, will make his highly anticipated return and postseason debut as early as Friday against left-hander Blake Snell.

Bichette missed the American League Division Series (ALDS) and American League Championship Series (ALCS) due to the PCL sprain, but used the time to ramp up baseball activities in preparation for the World Series. On Thursday, Bichette took reps at second base, indicating that the team prefers to keep Andrés Giménez and his elite glove at shortstop in the meantime.

Bichette could also be the team’s designated hitter if the club and manager John Schneider simply want h

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