Toronto Blue Jays Announce Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Decision Before Phillies Series
The Toronto Blue Jays are preparing for a weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies while dealing with the continued absence of star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Guerrero Jr. may face an injured list stint if he does not return to the lineup by Saturday.
Why it matters
The absence of a key player like Guerrero Jr. significantly impacts the Blue Jays' performance as they attempt to remain competitive in the AL Wild Card race.
HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 03: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 and Kazuma Okamoto #7 of the Toronto Blue Jays embrace after a win against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on August 03, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images) Getty
TORONTO, ON - JULY 31: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays runs home to score a run on an RBI double by Kazuma Okamoto #7 in the sixth inning during a game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre on July 31, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) Getty
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