Davis Schneider just said what every Blue Jays fan is feeling about Bo Bichette
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Victor William
Jan 28, 2026 (10:20)
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This isn't just about losing a shortstop; it's about losing a brother, and Davis Schneider's raw honesty reminds us that stats don't measure heartbeat.
We all knew it was coming, but hearing the players talk about it makes it real.
Bo Bichette is gone. He's a New York Met.
And while the front office tries to spin the "next man up" narrative, Davis Schneider kept it 100% real about the void No. 11 leaves behind.
«It's going to be weird for sure,» Schneider said. «He's been one of the best hitters ever since he debuted in 2019.» He added, «It's not just because of luck or talent, he puts in the work and he deserves everything he's gotten so far in his career. He was a great guy to have in the clubhouse.» -Davis Schneider
This isn't generic media training. Schneider, who has battled for every inch of his playing time, recognizes the grind Bichette put in since his 2019 debut.
That's the part that stings the most. Bichette wasn't just a hitter; he was a tone-setter.
In 2025, even while battling injuries, Bo hit .311 and launched 18 homers, including a legendary shot in the World Series.
Now, that production-and that presence-moves to Queens.
For Schneider (Drafted 28th Round, 2017 by Toronto), the 2026 season becomes a massive test.
He posted a solid .797 OPS with 11 homers in 2025, proving he belongs, but he knows the room will feel different without his teammate.
The brotherhood is broken, but the goal remains
Schneider's comments highlight the human element we often ignore.
Bichette was a "great guy to have in the clubhouse," a leader who helped shape the culture this young core is built on.
Despite this tough loss for the Blue Jays, Schneider made it clear to the fan base that the goal remains the same, to make it to the World Series in 2026.
Now, the torch passes.
It falls on Vladdy, Springer, and guys like Schneider to keep that fire burning.
The "weirdness" Schneider talks about is the reality of a new era.
It's okay to miss Bo. But as Schneider himself said, they have to be ready to "run it back".
The jersey may have changed, but the standard hasn't.
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