"It was reported that Bo Bichette will be in the lineup no matter what, with his position depending on whether Springer starts. If Springer doesn't start, Bichette will play as the team's designated hitter, meaning that he'll likely stay in the game without being pulled. With Bichette filling in as the designated hitter, it means that the Jays will likely have to turn to Isiah Kiner-Falefa to play second base, which isn't ideal."
"Alternatively, the Jays could turn to Davis Schneider to play second base. The 26-year-old is good enough defensively to play the key stone, but he also has a lot more potential with the bat. This postseason, Schneider is slashing .188/.316/.250 with no home runs in 19 plate appearances for a 70 wRC+. During the regular season, Schneider slashed .234/.361/.436 with 11 home runs in 227 plate appearances for a 127 wRC+, so all he needs is an opportunity."
Bo Bichette will be in the lineup regardless of George Springer's status, with his position determined by whether Springer starts. If Springer doesn't start, Bichette will serve as the designated hitter and likely remain in the game. That would push Isiah Kiner-Falefa to second base despite a weak postseason (.152/.176/.212 in 35 PA) and defensive and baserunning mistakes. Davis Schneider provides better offensive upside and adequate defense after a regular season of .234/.361/.436 with 11 homers. Addison Barger can play third base or the outfield, which could slot Ernie Clement into second and allow Schneider or Myles Straw to cover the outfield.
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