In the realm of Major League Baseball free agency, few names carry the blend of youth, production and upside quite like Bo Bichette. With the 2025 season behind us, the shortstop—or perhaps transitioning infielder—has emerged as one of the most intriguing targets.
If the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to add offensive punch, versatility and base-hit machine mentality, Bichette could suddenly be within reach. In this article, we’ll examine why the Dodgers should strongly consider Bichette, highlight his 2025 statistics and rankings, and explore how the fit makes sense for both sides.
This is why the Dodgers will sign Bo Bichette.
*THIS IS A PREDICTION, NOT A REPORT*
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For the Dodgers, several factors make Bichette a logical fit. First, his offensive profile — high average, solid power, quality contact — suits a ball-club that prizes depth, versatility and big-game performance. The Dodgers already have a strong core, and adding Bichette could push them further ahead.
Second, versatility and youth. While Bichette has been primarily a shortstop, reports indicate mobility issues emerged late in 2025 (specifically a left-knee sprain) which may prompt a move to second base or third base.
The Dodgers, known for repositioning talent, could accommodate this transition. Bichette’s youth (27) means that he’s entering the prime years of his career, giving the team more runway.
Third, value. With his strong 2025 campaign and proven track record of leading the league in hits (he led the AL in hits in 2021 and 2022).
Bichette is in a rare class of available top-tier infield bats. The Dodgers have the financial flexibility and ambition to chase such a player, especially given the premium on offensive production from the left side of the infield or a high-batting-average bat.
Bo Bichette Stats
Bichette wrapped his 2025 regular season with an impressive batting average of .311, ranking tied for second in the American League. Over 139 games, he recorded 18 home runs and 94 RBIs, marking strong production especially given that power had not always been his primary strength. His on-base plus slugging (OPS) was .840, placing him among the top ~30 in the league in that metric.
Those numbers suggest that his surface production wasn’t just fluky — he was driving the ball with authority and creating quality contact.
In addition to traditional stats, his total base-hit count was strong; he registered 181 hits in 2025, leading his team and placing him among the league’s more prolific hitters. For a player aged 27 during the season, this profile of high average, improved power and strong contact makes him an appealing free-agent candidate.
Beyond the raw stats, Bichette brings intangible upside. His hit-machine identity means he will more frequently put the bat on the ball, generate baserunners, and set the table for big innings. That kind of durability and consistency is attractive in October, when breakout games matter. His 2025 slash line of .311/.357/.483 demonstrates that he can handle pressure and deliver.
Moreover, his strong contact and exit-velocity numbers suggest that even if full power doesn’t emerge, he remains a dangerous bat. The Dodgers understand that having a lineup full of big-swing guys is useful, but having a high-average bat who can beat shifts, cover ground and move around the infield is just as valuable.
Bichette is coming off his 3-year, $33.6 million contract, and is now set to test free agency. The Dodgers must ensure his deal matches his production and age, while avoiding over-commitment if his defense or mobility declines. Nonetheless, given his youth and proven offensive output, a multi-year contract is justified and likely inevitable.
If the Dodgers do decide to make a move, signing Bichette could provide a boost that extends their infield versatility, adds a bat that fouls off tough pitches, and sets them up for sustained success. For Bichette, joining a team with a winning culture, big-market exposure and a path to postseason glory has obvious appeal. The stars align. If the Dodgers act wisely in the free-agent period, this acquisition could become one of the offseason’s defining moves.