Blue Jays DFA Paul DeJong, Activate Bo Bichette from IL

The Toronto Blue Jays activated Bo Bichette from the injured list but surprised many by designating shortstop Paul DeJong for assignment. DeJong struggled at the plate, going 3-for-44 with 18 strikeouts in 13 games with the Blue Jays. The team had other options available but chose to part ways with DeJong, who was acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals at the trade deadline. Bichette's return is expected to provide a much-needed offensive spark for the struggling Blue Jays, who fell out of a playoff spot after a loss to the Cincinnati Reds.