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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. addresses struggles with home runs for Blue Jays

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:38 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. addresses struggles with home runs for Blue Jays

Summary

Vladimir Guerrero Jr., first baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays, spoke about his performance this season, stating, 'I have to get hot.' With just six home runs so far, Guerrero is under pressure as the Blue Jays trail by four games in the playoff hunt. He emphasized the need to improve his batting as the team aims for a late-season push. Guerrero noted his solid defense at first base while acknowledging his overall offensive struggles, including a.690 OPS. Manager John Schneider highlighted the necessity for key players to elevate their game in the final stretch of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Guerrero has hit only six home runs this season.
•The Blue Jays are currently four games back in the Wild Card race.
•Guerrero has a.690 OPS and a 90 OPS+ this year.
•Manager John Schneider calls for key hitters to improve in August and September.
•Guerrero emphasizes a positive mindset despite struggles at the plate.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. commented on his struggles this year, admitting that “I have to get hot.”Guerrero has hit just 6 home runs this year for Toronto, a shockingly low total for one of the game’s highest-paid players, as Guerrero is making $40.2 million this season, the first of 14 seasons […] The post Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Comments on Struggles: ‘I Have to Get Hot’ appeared first on HEAVY.
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