Vladimir Guerrero Jr. declines All-Star Game selection for health reasons

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. announced he will not participate in the MLB All-Star Game, opting to focus on his health and his team. This decision comes after a challenging season for the Toronto Blue Jays, where Guerrero has missed time due to back tightness and is struggling at the plate with a.268 average. Despite being named a starting first baseman for the American League and attending every All-Star game since 2021, he cited a need to put his team first over personal accolades. The Blue Jays currently sit third in the AL East with a 42-47 record, trailing in the Wild Card race after an 11-0 loss to Seattle.

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