Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returns to the Blue Jays starting lineup

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The Toronto Blue Jays host the mighty Minnesota Twins this week. It’s a good time to look for wins, in fact… even if Joe Ryan will be pitching for the Twins.

And the #1 issue we’re watching against Edouard Julien’s team (who will be playing tonight) is the status of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

The first baseman was injured last Monday and struck out once on Sunday, but nothing more. But in the end, the Blue Jays manager was right when he said, yesterday, that Vladdy should be able to return to the game at home.

He’ll be batting third tonight, and he’ll be playing as a pinch-hitter.

By necessity, his return to the game will give his teammates gas. When a guy like him is able to return to the game, it makes a difference in how you prepare.

Especially when Joe Ryan is pitching on the other side…

While we’re on the subject of the Blue Jays, the club has decided to add a left-hander to its bullpen. Justin Bruihl was recalled from Buffalo to bring some freshness to the bullpen.

Paxton Schultz, meanwhile, headed to the minors.

At the moment, the Blue Jays are a game and a half behind the Tigers at the top of the American League. They’re five games ahead of the Red Sox atop the East Division, for that matter.

What will it be a week from now, when we’re in September? Because after the Twins, the Brewers will be in town…

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  • It doesn’t look good for Yimi Garcia.

  • Lars Nootbaar wants to represent Japan in 2026.

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