Mets' Bo Bichette Addresses Boos from Fans as He Struggles in Opening Series

The All-Star third baseman admits his at-bats have been 'terrible' to start the season.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:37pm

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New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette acknowledged that he deserved the boos from fans at Citi Field as he struggled at the plate in the team's opening series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bichette, who signed a lucrative three-year deal with the Mets in the offseason, went just 1-for-14 with eight strikeouts in the first three games of the season.

Why it matters

Bichette's slow start is concerning for the Mets, who are hoping the two-time All-Star can help lead them back to the playoffs. As one of the team's biggest offseason acquisitions, Bichette's performance will be closely watched by both fans and the organization.

The details

Bichette, who spent the first seven seasons of his career with the Toronto Blue Jays, is also adjusting to a new position with the Mets, having been moved to third base from his usual shortstop role. While he has performed well defensively so far, his struggles at the plate have been evident, leading to boos from the home crowd on Sunday.

  • Bichette went 1-for-14 with 8 strikeouts in the Mets' opening 3-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • The Mets took 2 of 3 games from the Pirates to start the 2026 season.

The players

Bo Bichette

A two-time All-Star third baseman who signed a 3-year, $126 million contract with the New York Mets in the offseason.

Francisco Lindor

The Mets' starting shortstop, allowing Bichette to transition to third base after spending most of his career at shortstop.

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What they’re saying

“If anything, I thought it took too long.”

— Bo Bichette, Mets Third Baseman

“I thought my at-bats were terrible, too.”

— Bo Bichette, Mets Third Baseman

What’s next

The Mets begin a 7-game road trip on Monday, facing the St. Louis Cardinals and then the San Francisco Giants. Bichette has had more success at Busch Stadium compared to Oracle Park, where he has limited experience.

The takeaway

Bichette's struggles to start the season have raised concerns for the Mets, who are counting on the All-Star to be a key contributor. As he adjusts to a new team and position, Bichette will need to quickly find his groove at the plate to avoid further frustration from the fanbase.