History of Bo Bichette in Timeline

Bo Bichette is a Brazilian-American professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB. He debuted in MLB in 2019 and has become a prominent player, earning two MLB All-Star selections. Notably, he has twice led the American League in hits, demonstrating his offensive prowess. His father, Dante Bichette, was also a Major League Baseball player.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1939: First Rookie with 9 Straight Games

On August 8, 2019, Bo Bichette became the first rookie with 9 straight games with extra-base hits since Ted Williams in 1939.

1963: First Teenager Leading Minors in Hitting

In 2017, Bo Bichette's combined .362 batting average led all of Minor League Baseball, and made him the first teenager to lead the minors in hitting since Gil Torres did so in 1963.

March 5, 1998: Bo Bichette's Birth

On March 5, 1998, Bo Joseph Bichette was born. He is a Brazilian-American professional baseball shortstop.

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2000: Breaking Blue Jays Franchise Record

On August 7, 2019, Bo Bichette broke the Blue Jays franchise record set by Carlos Delgado in 2000 by recording a double in eight straight games.

2016: Representing Brazil

In 2016, Bo Bichette represented Brazil in the World Baseball Classic Qualifiers.

2016: Drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays

In 2016, the Toronto Blue Jays selected Bo Bichette in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft. He signed for a $1.1 million bonus on June 17.

October 5, 2017: Minor League Hitter of the Year

On October 5, 2017, MLB named Bo Bichette Toronto's Minor League Hitter of the Year.

2017: World Baseball Classic – Qualifier 4

In 2017, Bo Bichette represented Brazil at the World Baseball Classic – Qualifier 4.

2018: Played for the New Hampshire Fisher Cats

In 2018, Bo Bichette played for the Double-A New Hampshire Fisher Cats.

July 29, 2019: MLB Contract Selected

On July 29, 2019, the Blue Jays selected Bo Bichette's contract and promoted him to the major leagues. He recorded his first major league hit against Brad Keller of the Kansas City Royals.

2019: Bichette's broken hand

In 2019 Bo Bichette suffered a broken hand after being hit by a pitch on April 22nd.

2019: MLB Debut

In 2019, Bo Bichette made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2020: 2020 Season with the Blue Jays

During the COVID-shortened 2020 season, Bo Bichette batted .301 with five home runs and 23 RBIs in 29 games for the Toronto Blue Jays.

July 4, 2021: Named All-Star for the first time

On July 4, 2021, Bo Bichette was named an All-Star for the first time, having a slash line of .290/.340/.529, with 15 home runs and 54 RBI at the time of his nomination.

2021: American League Hits Leader

Bo Bichette led the American League in hits with 191 in 2021.

September 5, 2022: 3-Home Run Game

On September 5, 2022, Bo Bichette had a 3-home run game against the Baltimore Orioles, making history with teammate Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as the first pair of teammates to have a 3-home run game in the same season.

2022: American League Hits Leader

Bo Bichette led the American League in hits with 189 in 2022.

April 14, 2023: 500th Career Hit

On April 14, 2023, Bo Bichette recorded the 500th hit of his MLB career in his 407th game.

2024: Performance in 2024 Season

In 2024, Bo Bichette had a batting average of .225 with 70 hits, 4 home runs, and 31 RBIs.

May 2025: Commitment to Brazil National Team

In May 2025, Bo Bichette committed to rejoin the Brazil national team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic main tournament.

May 31, 2025: 100th Career Home Run

On May 31, 2025, Bo Bichette recorded his 100th career home run against the Athletics, becoming the first Blue Jay shortstop to reach the milestone in franchise history.