Toronto Blue Jays Manager Makes Honest Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Statement

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider addressed the future of first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after the team was eliminated from postseason contention by the Baltimore Orioles. Schneider noted that pitching has evolved and indicated that the coaching staff will establish an offseason plan for Guerrero to counteract those changes.

Guerrero experienced a difficult campaign, recording nine home runs, 56 RBI, and a .695 OPS across 142 games while playing through back, hamstring, and concussion issues. The slump followed his 14-year, $500 million contract extension signed with the Blue Jays in spring 2025.