Vlad Guerrero Jr. struggles with power as Junior Caminero advances with Rays
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026

As the MLB season approaches its midpoint, Vlad Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays is experiencing a significant power outage, with only three home runs this season and one in his last 46 games. Guerrero's batting average sits at.280, but concerns about his health persist, especially after he missed games due to a back issue. Meanwhile, Junior Caminero of the Tampa Bay Rays has hit 15 home runs this season and is on track for another strong performance, having been a standout player at a young age. The upcoming All-Star Game and trade deadline intensify focus on player performances as teams position themselves for postseason contention.
- •Vlad Guerrero Jr. has three home runs this season, a stark decline from previous years.
- •Guerrero is hitting.280 with 39 runs and 27 RBIs as of June 17.
- •Junior Caminero has 15 home runs and is pacing for 35 this season.
- •The All-Star Game and trade deadline are approaching, impacting team strategies.
- 1:00 PMCBS MLB — MLB trends: Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s power outage, Junior Caminero's growth and a game-saving Yankees reliever
"Let's check in around the league just days shy of the halfway point of the season
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