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Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Leaves With Hamstring Tightness, Will Undergo MRI

Imaging was ordered to rule out structural damage.

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Aug 18, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) drives in a run with a fielders choice ground out against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Overview

  • He exited in the fifth inning after feeling the issue while stretching for a third-inning defensive play at first base.
  • Manager John Schneider said the scan was scheduled Monday night to evaluate the left hamstring and rule out structural damage.
  • Ty France pinch-hit in Guerrero’s spot, and Guerrero stayed at first base defensively before leaving.
  • The team did not announce a diagnosis or timetable pending the imaging results.
  • For the season, Guerrero has played 124 games with 21 home runs, 69 RBIs and a .298 batting average.