Albert Pujols discusses Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s struggles with Blue Jays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Albert Pujols has analyzed the issues facing Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., currently enduring a significant slump this season. With only 4 home runs and a.718 OPS through 78 games, Guerrero is underperforming compared to his previous seasons. Pujols highlighted Guerrero's bat wrapping technique as a potential problem, suggesting it affects his swing. Guerrero, the highest-paid player on the Blue Jays, has faced criticism for his lack of hustle on groundballs. Given the team's current performance, there are calls for a change in Guerrero's batting order placement to help the team improve its standing. The Blue Jays are currently five games under.500.
- •Guerrero has only 4 home runs this season.
- •Pujols advised Guerrero to adjust his bat technique.
- •Fans have criticized Guerrero for lack of effort on groundballs.
- •The Blue Jays are five games under.500.
- •Calls for Guerrero to be moved down in the batting order.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Albert Pujols Explains What’s Wrong With Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
"MLB legend Albert Pujols explained what’s wrong with Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who is mired in a deep slump.Guerrero has been shockingly bad this year for the Blue Jays. Through 78 games this season, he has hit just 4 home runs, has a mediocre .718 OPS, and has a 97 OPS+, […] The post Albert Pujols Explains What’s Wrong With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. appeared first on HEAVY.
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