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Toronto Blue Jays’ star Vladimir Guerrero Jr said he’s feeling stronger and more flexible heading into the 2023 campaign. He also said he expects the Blue Jays to be a “more complete team” this season, per Keegan Matheson. Guerrero Jr, who recently earned a significant contract raise, had a solid 2022 season. He posted a […]

MLB arbitration saw no shortage of players earn new contracts, while others were unable to agree to terms on deals with their respective teams. A number of star players, such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr, saw dramatic increases in their salary as a result of avoiding arbitration. MLB arbitration is something that tends to get overlooked […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr is fully committed to the Toronto Blue Jays. He’s the franchise star and a key piece to their future as they look to finally end their playoff woes. And if Jays fans didn’t already love the slugger enough, they’ll cherish him even more now. Speaking on a recent podcast in the Dominican […]

The New York Yankees got the last laugh over the Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday night, as the Bronx Bombers scored a 5-2 victory to recover from Monday’s loss and also lock up officially the American League East division title. Yankees television play-by-play man also made sure to capitalize on the moment, as he wrapped up […]

Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr recently shared his thoughts on the Aaron Judge vs Shohei Ohtani AL MVP debate. Guerrero Jr stated that he believes Judge should win the award this season. His take on the matter drew unnecessary and NSFW criticism from MLB analyst Ryan M. Spaeder. In a now deleted Tweet, Spaeder […]

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladaimir Guerrero Jr. has quickly become one of baseball’s brightest young stars. Since Guerrero Jr. made his debut in 2019, he has been a force for this Blue Jays lineup. The 23-year-old has put together an accomplished resume in a short time. Guerrero Jr., who is currently in the midst […]

Toronto Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has weighed in on the contentious American League MVP race between Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. After finishing as the runner-up behind Ohtani last season, Guerrero knows better than anyone what is required to outdo the Angels star in MVP voting. Via Hector Gomez, Guerrero said that he […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are fighting tooth and nail to lock down an American League Wild Card spot. As of right now, they’re third in the race behind the Seattle Mariners and Tampa Bay Rays. But, this team hasn’t exactly been playing great baseball as of late. Despite winning two in a row against the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays shocked many in the MLB world on Wednesday as they fired manager Charlie Montoyo after 88 games played in the season. Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins elected to name bench coach John Schneider as interim manager for the remainder of the campaign, while Casey Candaele was appointed as the team’s […]

It’s no hidden secret that the Toronto Blue Jays have been struggling immensely. Amid their cold streak, the organization has decided to part ways with manager Charlie Montoyo. Via Ken Rosenthal: Charlie Montoyo has been fired as manager of the Blue Jays, sources tell @TheAthletic. — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) July 13, 2022 This does come […]

Friday was the definition of a full-circle moment for Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk, who alongside Vladimir Guerrero Jr, was named a 2022 MLB All-Star Game starter for the American League. Prior to facing the Seattle Mariners, Kirk spoke to reporters and expressed how much this moment means to him and his family. Quotes […]

The 2022 MLB Home Run Derby is set for July 18. Unfortunately for Toronto Blue Jays fans, they won’t get to see Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the contest this year. The star slugger declined the invitation because of an injury he suffered in May. According to Shi Davidi of SportsNet, Guerrero announced his decision following […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr got off to a blazing hot start to open the 2022 MLB season. It seemed as if he couldn’t stop hitting home runs even if he wanted to. But he has been mired in a slump ever since that incredible start. His underperformance is also a major reason why the Blue Jays […]

Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. couldn’t hide his frustration on Wednesday amid the team’s offensive struggles against the New York Yankees. After he was struck out by Jameson Taillon in the fifth inning, Guerrero was so mad at himself that he slammed the bat onto the ground before going full Bo Jackson and […]

The MLB has played host to some of the greatest rivalries in sports. From the classic rivalries, such as the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, to the modern-day competitiveness of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros, baseball has had no shortage of heated moments between clubs. The American League East, in particular, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays entered the 2022 MLB season as one of the World Series favorites. With talented young offensive stars, such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, and high-level starters like Kevin Gausman and Jose Berrios, Toronto’s roster is loaded. The problem is, they play in a very talented American League East. Well, […]

Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been the talk of the MLB to open the 2022 campaign. The slugging infielder is fresh off of a terrific season that would have saw him win the AL MVP if Shohei Ohtani wasn’t accomplishing things that had not been done since Babe Ruth. Nonetheless, Guerrero established himself […]

In case you needed further proof that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is the real deal, the Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman went full Babe Ruth Wednesday night against Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees in the Bronx. The second-generation big leaguer blasted three home runs to go with a double on four at-bats to lead […]

Toronto Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. enjoyed a performance for the ages against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday night. Guerrero bashed three home runs, including two off Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, and his final two dingers of the night came after he had his hand spiked at first base in […]

The Toronto Blue Jays may have finished fourth in the American League East while missing the playoffs last year, though it was the official arrival of their young core. Led by the sons of former major leaguers in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, the Blue Jays powered their way to 91 victories this past […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. broke out as a true superstar last season. The Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman was one of the very best hitters in MLB and was rightfully an MVP candidate at the age of 22 after leading the American League in on-base percentage, slugging percentage and OPS while tying for the most home runs […]

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had arguably one of the more notable breakout seasons in recent memory last year. The Blue Jays also had several other standout performers across the board in the season, and now heading into the 2022 campaign, Guerrero sees that his team is just getting started. “Last year […]

When San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. signed off on his 14-year, $340 million agreement last year, all eyes were set on just when the rest of MLB’s young stars would also finalize mega contract extension deals as well, including Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Guerrero is currently under team control […]

Following a standout campaign over the 2021 regular season, Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has an eye on helping his team make a grand return to the postseason next year. Guerrero worked on his conditioning over the last offseason, which came after he noted that for years in spring training, he was […]

Major League Baseball has announced their postseason All-MLB selections. Toronto Blue Jays Superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr was one of four infielders selected for the team. The other players selected were Fernando Tatis Jr, Austin Riley, and Marcus Semien. Vladimir Guerrero Jr had an impressive season for the Toronto Blue Jays including 48 home runs and […]

Vladdy Guerrero Jr. missed out on winning the American League MVP award in his breakout season. The Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman was nothing short of spectacular this year but he had a very tough opponent on the ballot: two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani, who won the award unanimously. Guererro, who placed second in the voting, […]

Five players from the Toronto Blue Jays were nominated for the Silver Slugger Award for 2021. Three of them — first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., second baseman Marcus Semien and right fielder Teoscar Hernandez — took home the hardware. The trio represented the most Silver Slugger winners from an American League team. Congratulations to our […]

Toronto Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Jr, son of all-time great Vladimir Guerrero, has been named one of the three finalists for the AL MVP race. Vlad and the Toronto Blue Jays had an incredible season. Toronto finished with a 91-71 record. In most seasons this would have been enough to get them into the playoffs, […]

Los Angeles Angels two-way talent Shohei Ohtani and Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. are currently putting the final touches on their respective 2021 American League MVP Award resumes. And for Mike Trout, he already has his own preference on who should win the award. In speaking today ahead of the Angels’ home game […]

While there is currently much attention centered on the playoff races across MLB, there is also an eye on the race between Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Los Angeles Angels two-way talent Shohei Ohtani for the 2021 American League MVP Award. At one point in the season, Ohtani was presumed as the […]

It wasn’t too long ago when it seemed Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani was poised to win the American League MVP award. However, Toronto Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been making a strong case for it as well in recent months after being behind Ohtani early in the 2021 season. In fact, former […]

Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. made franchise history on Monday when he launched his 40th home run of the season, becoming the youngest player to hit 40 dingers in a year. Here’s the homer in all of its majestic glory: HR No. 40 on the season for Vladdy Jr. 😤 @BRWalkoff Youngest player […]

Even in the era of the launch angle and obscene exit velocity, hitting 500 career home runs in the MLB is still an impressive, rare feat, and watching Miguel Cabrera finally reach that milestone this week was a special treat. Cabrera is just the 28th player to ever cross the 500 home run threshold, doing […]

At this point, the race for the 2021 AL MVP crown is down to two players: Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Shohei Ohtani of the Angels. Though, depending on who you ask, the race has been wrapped up in Ohtani’s favor for a while now. Like a lot of other years, voters will have to […]

The Toronto Blue Jays head out west for a four-game set in Los Angeles against the Angels and Vladimir Guerrero Jr wants to do right in the land of Kobe Bryant. The slugger recently got two pairs of Jordan cleats customized with Kobe and Giannia’s pictures. Take a look: Vlad Jr wanted to pay tribute […]

After almost two years, the Toronto Blue Jays could finally be able to play in front of their home fans. According to AP’s Rob Gillies, the Jays and the Canadian Government have reached an agreement to finally return to Canada and play the second half at the Rogers Centre: TORONTO (AP) The Blue Jays have […]

The MLB All-Star Game is supposed to be a triumphant celebration of the sport. Baseball’s brightest stars gathering together to have some good old-fashioned fun. Such an occasion used to be must-watch TV, an event any and every fan had to catch. But now? It’s struggling to keep the masses entertained. Nielsen ratings released the […]

The MLB has undergone a renaissance recently. The youth of the game has fully come alive, blossoming into something exciting. From Fernando Tatis Jr. to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., to Shohei Ohtani, the new generation has fully come alive in baseball. And today, on a summer night in Colorado, the 2021 All-Star game brought together the […]

The race for the AL MVP is an absolute nail-biter heading into the MLB All-Star break. While it’s become a two-man race for now, there’s a second tier of players all clumped together that could make a run at the award in the second half of the season if they are able to really turn […]