NEW YORK -- Hours after Bo Bichette was spotted jogging in the outfield of Yankee Stadium prior to Toronto's 5-2 win in ALDS Game 4 on Wednesday, the injured shortstop said he was hopeful of returning from his left knee injury in time for the ALCS, which begins Sunday.

"I've made a lot of progress recently, so I'm optimistic about my chances," Bichette told reporters after the Blue Jays' ALDS-clinching win. "I still have some hurdles to clear, but I'm optimistic. ... I'm feeling better every day."

Before the game, Bichette was seen jogging from the left-field foul line toward center field in a straight line and walking back a handful of times. It was very light, but it was clearly a positive development that was underscored by his postgame comments.

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