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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Returns as Blue Jays’ DH, Drives In Two in Win Over Twins

Toronto is easing the All-Star back at designated hitter to protect his left hamstring.

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) hits a single against the Texas Rangers in first inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker
TORONTO, ON - AUGUST 14: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on under the CN Tower after his team defeated the Chicago Cubs in their MLB game at Rogers Centre on August 14, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)
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Blue Jays designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (back) puts the home run jacket on catcher Alejandro Kirk after his two-run homer in the first inning of a Major League Baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in Toronto on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Overview

  • Guerrero started at designated hitter and batted third on Monday, delivering a two-run single in Toronto’s 10-4 victory over Minnesota.
  • Manager John Schneider said Guerrero should be in the lineup going forward, with a day-to-day plan for when he will play first base again.
  • Guerrero had missed five starts after injuring his left hamstring on Aug. 18 against the Pirates and pinch-hit Sunday in Miami.
  • Toronto recalled left-hander Justin Bruihl from Triple-A Buffalo and optioned right-hander Paxton Schultz in corresponding roster moves.
  • Guerrero entered the day hitting .298 with 21 home runs and 69 RBIs, and the Blue Jays improved to 77-55 to maintain a five-game AL East lead.