Phillies’ Don Mattingly Sends 4-Word Bo Bichette Message After Blue Jays Exit

BusinessSportsMoneyPhillies’ Don Mattingly Sends 4-Word Bo Bichette Message After Blue Jays ExitByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 06:00am EDTTORONTO, ON - AUGUST 16: Toronto Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette (11) is seen in the middle of the seventh inning of an MLB game between the Texas Rangers and the Toronto Blue Jays on August 16, 2025, at Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON. (Photo by Mathew Tsang/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Philadelphia Phillies are strengthening their grip on the National League playoff picture, posting one of baseball's best records since Don Mattingly took over as manager and emerging as a legitimate World Series contender.While much of the attention around Philadelphia has focused on the club's resurgence, a recent series against the Toronto Blue Jays was occasion for the spotlight to focus on Mattingly’s previous post, as a bench coach for the American League pennant winning club.And as Mattingly reflected on the heart-wrenching Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in last year’s Fall Classic, he sent a message on a former Blue Jays star who has been struggling to adjust to his new home.ForbesDodgers Skipper Sends Michael Conforto Cut Message Amid Cubs TurnaroundBy Peter ChawagaToronto Blue Jays Former Franchise Shortstop Bo Bichette Struggles With New York MetsBo Bichette entered 2026 carrying significant expectations after departing the Blue Jays and joining the New York Mets on a blockbuster contract. Instead of leading the Mets to a surefire playoff bid, though, the veteran shortstop has found himself at the center of growing scrutiny as his new club continues a search for consistency.MORE FOR YOUBut even though Bichette has been a bit disappointing at the plate, most seem to recognize that he possesses the talent to turn things aroun...