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

The star infielder is adjusting to a new team and position after signing a $126 million deal in the offseason.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 6:57pm

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Bo Bichette, the New York Mets' new $126 million infielder, struggled at the plate in the team's opening series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, going 1-for-14 with 8 strikeouts. Bichette acknowledged the boos from Mets fans at Citi Field, saying his at-bats were 'terrible' and that he needs to just 'be me' as he gets more adjusted to his new team and position at third base.

Why it matters

Bichette is a key offseason acquisition for the Mets as they look to return to the World Series, so his early struggles have raised concerns among the team's passionate fanbase. The transition to a new team and position will be crucial for Bichette to find his groove and live up to the big contract.

The details

In the Mets' opening series against the Pirates, Bichette went 1-for-14 with 8 strikeouts, though the Mets still managed to win 2 out of 3 games. Bichette acknowledged the boos from Mets fans at Citi Field, saying he thought the criticism 'took too long' and that his at-bats were 'terrible.' Bichette is also adjusting to a new position this season, moving from shortstop or designated hitter with the Toronto Blue Jays to third base with the Mets.

  • Bichette signed a 3-year, $126 million deal with the Mets in the offseason.
  • The Mets opened their 2026 season with a 3-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates from March 28-30.

The players

Bo Bichette

A two-time MLB All-Star infielder who signed a 3-year, $126 million contract with the New York Mets in the offseason after spending the first 7 seasons of his career with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Francisco Lindor

The Mets' starting shortstop, allowing Bichette to transition to third base after primarily playing shortstop or designated hitter with the Blue Jays.

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What they’re saying

“If anything, I thought it took too long. I thought my at-bats were terrible, too.”

— Bo Bichette, Mets Infielder

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 success at Busch Stadium in the past, but has limited experience at Oracle Park.

The takeaway

Bichette's early struggles at the plate and with the transition to a new team and position have raised concerns among Mets fans, but the team is hopeful he can find his groove and live up to the big contract as they aim to return to the World Series.