Bo Bichette's New Role: Hitting & Defending for Mets

It's March 8th.

Here's your New York Met's news in two minutes.

Boba Shed is settling in with the New York Met's after signing a three-year, $126 million

deal.

The 28-year-old infielder is switching to third base, a spot he last played in high

school.

It's a big change from his time with the Toronto Blue Jays, where he's shown as a hitter.

In spring training, Bishet has shown solid offense with four hits and 15 at bats for a

267 average, including a double.

His on-base percentage sits at 250, and his ops is 583.

But early stats like these often even out over the season.

Fans notice his early defensive hiccups at the hot corner, like trouble with basic grounders

and throws.

But he's adapting quickly.

Lately, he made a highlight play, charging a slow roller, bare handing it, and firing

to first for the out.

Bishet brings a strong track record, despite defensive woes, with a career-slash line of

2.94, 3.37, 469, and N, ops of 806.

He's a two-time all-star, led the American League in hits twice, and ESPN ranks him 38th

on his top 100 players list for next year.

Analysts expect a rocky transition at third, possibly more designated hitter duty, but

predict he'll hit over 300 with 20 homers, this season.

With an opt-out after year 1, it could be a short stay if he produces big in New York.

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