The flexibility of Bo Bichette and Cavan Biggio allows the BlueJays to get extra creative with their roster building. (By ShiDavidi)
Here, though, is where the organization’s emphasis on positional flexibility opens a path to roster creativity.
Had he signed, Biggio would have been pushed off second into a super-utility role – Atkins even asked the 24-year-old about playing some centre field during a conversation in November – thereby making the overall roster deeper. For the players, involved the process can be tumultuous, but there’s a balance for them between pursuing their own interests and sometimes taking a step back personally for the betterment of the group.
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