The defeat against the United States hit the Dominican Republic squad hard, especially because of the refereeing decision that spoiled the game at the end, but not all the players reacted in the same way to express their feelings about the defeat. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., unlike his teammate Juan Soto, was more cautious and serene.
While Soto demerited the American triumph by assuring that the Dominicans have the best team in the world, the Blue Jays player did not direct his thoughts to the result. He preferred to focus on the effort and the pleasure of representing the nation in such an important tournament.
- In five games during the tournament, he hit an impressive .444, with two home runs and eight RBIs.
For Vladimir it was an honor to have played in the World Baseball Classic with a team that means a lot to him.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s message to the fans
Born in Canada, the Toronto slugger chose to represent the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic because it is part of his ancestry and roots. He prioritized the experience over other aspects and wished to express it on his social networks.
Representing your country and playing the sport you love at the same time is a gift from God. To the fans of our beautiful country, thank you for reminding us every day why we do this. See you again in four years
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a professional baseball player who plays for the Toronto Blue Jays in Major League Baseball (MLB). He is the son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero and was born in Montreal, Canada, while his father was playing for the Montreal Expos.
Guerrero Jr. made his MLB debut in 2019 and quickly established himself as one of the most exciting young players in the league. In 2021, he had a breakout season, hitting .311 with 48 home runs and 111 RBIs, finishing second in American League MVP voting.
He is known for his impressive power at the plate, as well as his strong arm and defensive skills at first base
He has participated in five All-Star Games, has won two Silver Slugger awards, a Gold Glove and was named MVP of the 2025 American League Championship Series.
His incredible performance in the American League Championship Series was part of an extraordinary postseason run that helped the Toronto Blue Jays reach the World Series for the first time since 1993.
- In 18 playoff games, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit .397, posted a 1.289 OPS, hit eight home runs and drove in 15 runs.
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