Vladimir Guerrero Jr. asks Blue Jays coaches for patience amid slump
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:13 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has requested continued support from the Toronto Blue Jays coaching staff as he navigates a difficult 2026 season. The first baseman, who holds a.689 OPS through 126 games, acknowledged that his performance has not met his expectations this year. Despite his recent struggles, he recorded a productive series against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field, collecting four hits and six RBI over three games. Toronto secured a 2-1 series victory in that span and currently sits within a half-game of the final American League Wild Card position. Guerrero, who was elected as the American League All-Star starting first baseman but did not participate due to a back injury, remains focused on finding consistency. The team now turns its attention to an upcoming three-game series against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
- •Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has a.689 OPS across 126 games this season.
- •Toronto sits within a half-game of the final American League Wild Card position.
- •Guerrero recorded four hits and six RBI in a series win over the Cleveland Guardians.
- •The team travels to Kauffman Stadium to play the Kansas City Royals this weekend.
- 11:13 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Stay with me’ – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reveals plea to Blue Jays coaches amid poor run of form
"Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has acknowledged that things have not gone the way he wanted this season, but the Toronto Blue Jays star remains determined to turn his form around.
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