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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Returns to Blue Jays' Lineup for Twins Opener

His availability bolsters a first-place Toronto team entering the stretch run.

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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Overview

  • He will make his return to the lineup Monday night against the Twins after a pinch-hit appearance Sunday in Miami.
  • In his first action since the injury, he battled through seven pitches against Ronny Henriquez before popping up to first base.
  • Guerrero had missed five games with hamstring inflammation sustained while stretching for a throw against the Pirates, and he was managed day-to-day without an injured list move.
  • Manager John Schneider said after Sunday's game that he expected Guerrero back in the lineup, signaling full availability for the Minnesota series.
  • Toronto entered Monday at 76-55 with a five-game AL East lead, and the club recalled left-hander Justin Bruihl while optioning right-hander Paxton Schultz.