Bichette’s sprained left knee lands him on the 10-day IL just as Toronto hosts Houston, forcing Ernie Clement into short and Isiah Kiner-Falefa to handle infield duties. The Blue Jays lean on depth as they adapt to a short-term loss, with Clement and IKF forming a versatile double-play mix.

Joey Loperfido was recalled from Buffalo and could slot into the lineup, while Loperfido’s .358/.409/.915 line in 30 games this year hints at immediate DFS value if he lands in the heart of the order. Bichette remains a fantasy anchor when healthy, but this injury introduces volatility in Toronto’s run and hit totals.

Key context: Bichette is hitting .311 with 18 HR and 94 RBI, tops the league with 181 hits and 44 doubles—impacting how owners view Jays exposure while he’s sidelined. Houston looms, adding a sprint-level chase for Toronto’s offense in the near term.