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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Torches Yankees Again With Game 3 Homer and Daring Slide

The Toronto first baseman paired a first-inning blast with a head‑first score, reinforcing a months‑long track record of success against New York.

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Before this year, the Blue Jays had not made it to the playoffs since 2023. That year, they were swept by Minnesota during the wildcard round.
Oct 7, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first basemen Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) slides into home plate to score in the third inning against the New York Yankees during game three of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
A Toronto Blue Jays fan shows support at Yankee Stadium tonight.

Overview

  • Guerrero opened Game 3 at Yankee Stadium with a two-run home run off Carlos Rodón on a 2–0 changeup.
  • He has homered in each of the first three ALDS games, including a grand slam in Game 2.
  • In the third inning, he scored from second on a head-first "Superman" slide on Ernie Clement’s single after being given an intentional walk earlier in the frame.
  • Coverage cites Guerrero at 8-for-11 with three home runs and eight RBIs in the series.
  • During the regular season against New York, he hit .373 with a 1.007 OPS in 51 at-bats, as fans and media framed his play as owning the matchup.