Blue Jays consider position change for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring a position change for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as he struggles offensively this season. With Guerrero having recorded only three home runs and 27 RBIs, the team is considering moving catcher Brandon Valenzuela to first base to maintain his presence in the lineup. Valenzuela has not played a big-league game at first but was seen taking ground balls at the position ahead of a game against the Boston Red Sox. Guerrero missed recent games due to back tightness and the team needs him to regain his hitting form for a successful second half of the season.
- •Guerrero has three home runs and 27 RBIs this season.
- •Valenzuela practiced at first base recently.
- •Guerrero missed games due to back tightness.
- •The Blue Jays aim to stay competitive in the playoff race.
- •Team exploring ways to maximize offensive output.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Explore Surprising Position Change As Vladimir Guerrero Jr Struggles
"The Toronto Blue Jays are now weighing a move at first base as the franchise slugger fails to meet expectations at the plate.
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