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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. struggles as Toronto Blue Jays miss playoffs again

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 7:33 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. struggles as Toronto Blue Jays miss playoffs again

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays finished the 2026 season with a record of 79-83, placing last in the American League East. Despite expectations following a successful 2025 season, the team's performance declined due to injuries and a lack of production. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., in his first year of a 14-year, $500 million contract, struggled with a.688 OPS and nine home runs. In contrast, one year earlier, Guerrero was a key player in the Blue Jays' run to the American League Championship Series, highlighted by a remarkable postseason with a.397 average and eight home runs across 18 games.

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Status Watch

•Blue Jays end 2026 season in last place, 19 games out of first.
•Guerrero hit.260 with nine home runs in 144 games.
•Last year, Guerrero excelled in postseason with.397 average and eight home runs.
•Cleveland Guardians advanced to ALCS after overcoming the Chicago White Sox.

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With the American League Divisional Series between the Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox concluding today, here's a look back at the amazing ALDS Vladdy had against the New York Yankees.
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