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Are tempers boiling over for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., slow-starting Blue Jays?
TL;DR
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. expressed frustration after a poor performance against the Milwaukee Brewers, highlighting the struggles of the slow-starting Toronto Blue Jays. The team is dealing with injuries to key players and is in need of contributions from others.
Key points
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showed frustration after a strikeout.
- The Blue Jays are missing key players due to injuries.
- Guerrero has a strong batting average but lacks support from teammates.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Toronto Blue JaysMilwaukee BrewersGeorge Springer
Are tempers boiling over for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., slow-starting Blue Jays? originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Frustrated after striking out and a big swing and miss in the eighth inning Thursday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. didn't want to stop talking. Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill walked off the mound and toward the home dugout, hearing the one-sided conversation. He turned and brushed off the Toronto Blue Jays star.
Attempting to make up for injuries to several key teammates, including George Springs and Alejandro Kirk, Guerrero entered Friday slashing .328/.446/.443, highlighted by six multi-hit games. He's not getting much help, especially from expected contributors like Nathan Lukes and Kazuma Okamoto.
Frustrations are mounting.
Hampered Blue Jays seek contributors
Scheduled to open a weekend series at the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, the Blue Jays' brass could be losing patients with both Lukes and Okamoto.
A postseason sensation last fall, Luke generated 17 hits and eight RBI as the Blue Jays qualified for the World Series. In his opening 13 appearances this season, Luke slashed .065/.118/.065.
His square-up rate dipped from 30.3 percent in 2025 to over 16 percent this season.
Q&A
What are the current stats for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. this season?
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is currently slashing .328/.446/.443 with six multi-hit games.
Who are the injured players affecting the Toronto Blue Jays' performance?
Key injured players include George Springer and Alejandro Kirk.
How are the Toronto Blue Jays performing this season?
The Blue Jays are struggling with a slow start and are seeking more contributions from their roster.