Bichette bypassing opt-out, returning to Mets for 2027 season (source)
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"Bichette bypassing opt-out, returning to Mets for 2027 season (source)" is generating significant coverage in the Sports category, with 2 articles from 2 distinct sources tracked by PULSE so far.
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Coverage (6)
- MLB Free Agency Buzz: Bichette Sticks With Mets, Braves Pick Up Acuña Option FOX Sports · 15d ago
- 2-time All-Star Bo Bichette reportedly opting in for $42M to return to Mets in 2027 Yahoo Sports · 15d ago
- MLB rumors: Mets' Bo Bichette makes contract decision, familiar All-Star back on trade block CBS Sports · 15d ago
- Source -- Bo Bichette to exercise $42M option to stay with Mets ESPN · 15d ago
- Mets' Bo Bichette opting in for second year crucial first step towards pivotal offseason Yahoo Sports · 15d ago
- Mets News: Bo Bichette exercises player option for 2027 Amazin' Avenue · 15d ago
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