Blue Jays coach defends Bo Bichette's decision to reject Toronto's massive offer

Losing a homegrown star is always a tough pill to swallow for any loyal fanbase to experience.

Toronto supporters are naturally feeling the sting of watching their franchise shortstop walk away for a new beginning this winter.

But hearing a respected Blue Jays coach publicly defend the decision changes the entire narrative around the move today.

It proves that this departure was simply about a driven player making a necessary and smart career choice.

For Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly stated that you cannot blame Bichette for leaving when the offer from New York was that big added with the fact that he always wanted to play there.

Bichette (Drafted Round 2, 2016 by Toronto) earned the absolute right to bet on himself after years of grinding.

The 28-year-old superstar gave everything he had to his former club and their fans for nearly a full decade.

We finally have a front office willing to do whatever it takes to bring a parade back to our incredible city.

Adding a dynamic hitter who posted a .311 AVG with 18 HR and an .840 OPS last season completely transforms the lineup.

He brings an aggressive swagger that the clubhouse desperately needed after some frustrating playoff misses in recent years.

New York is an intense baseball environment that can easily intimidate unprepared or nervous free agents.

But anyone who watches him play knows he thrives when the stadium lights shine the brightest on the biggest stage.

His fluid swing and fierce competitiveness will make him a beloved figure in Flushing very soon.

This fresh start gives him the ultimate platform to establish his legacy as a true champion in this league.

Baseball is a tough business, and securing long term financial stability is just part of the professional sport.

The transition might be jarring for baseball purists who love seeing guys stay with one single organization forever.

We are simply watching a highly talented veteran take total control of his professional destiny right now.

Now the focus shifts entirely to Opening Day and the incredible energy rapidly building around the entire team.