dailyloe.com – The MLB has released a list identifying the most untradeable contracts, highlighting the challenges teams face in moving certain players. Bo Bichette of the New York Mets is ranked eighth on this list, reflecting the difficulties associated with his current deal.
Bichette’s contract includes a salary of $42 million annually, with two years remaining and a total of $84 million through 2028. The Mets are reportedly eager to trade him to avoid the risk of him opting into the remaining years of his deal.
Despite still being under contract until 2028, Bichette’s $42 million average annual value (AAV) ties for the fourth-highest in the majors. Players such as Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, and Juan Soto have higher AAVs, making Bichette’s contract a tough sell for any team.
This season, he has recorded a .559 OPS, raising questions about his performance value. The combination of a high salary and underwhelming performance makes it challenging for the Mets to find a willing trade partner without absorbing some salary.
Although the Mets might want to move him, the likelihood of finding a team willing to take on such a significant contract is low. The complexities of his deal emphasize the difficulties teams encounter in the current MLB trading landscape.
