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Jays' Guerrero Jr. feels stronger, quicker after weight loss TORONTO (AP) — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was determined not to show up to another spring training carrying more weight than he wanted.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Jays’ Guerrero Jr. feels stronger, quicker after weight loss Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was determined not to show up to another spring training carrying more weight than he wanted.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Jays' Guerrero Jr. feels stronger, quicker after weight loss

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was determined not to show up to another spring training carrying more weight than he wanted

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Slims down for 2021 Guerrero revealed Wednesday that he lost 42 pounds during the offseason, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. "It was fun ... wasn't difficult," Guerrero said of his physical transforma...

Impact Reports had surfaced throughout the offseason indicating that Guerrero had made a commitment to improving his conditioning, but it wasn't until Wednesday that he detailed the extent of his weight loss, which puts him in the target range of 240 to 245 pounds that the Blue Jays asked him to report at this spring. The lighter frame should help Guerrero in his efforts to be a usable option at either corner-infield spot in 2021; he was used exclusively at first base and designated hitter in 2020. Guerrero is still likely to be a below-average defender at third base and probably won't be used there frequently with Cavan Biggio sitting atop the depth chart, but if he can at least play enough at the position to regain eligibility in fantasy leagues, it would be a nice boost to his value. More importantly, though, Guerrero must show some growth as a power hitter to justify his draft-day price; he produced a modest nine home runs in 60 games last season, with an inability to consistently get loft on his swing (54.6 percent groundball rate) being the main culprit.

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vlad Jr.'s improved fitness could help bat When Vladimir Guerrero Jr. arrives in Dunedin, Fla., each spring, he tends to bring one of the biggest storylines of the offseason with him....

FEBRUARY 20, 2021 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Winter League recap For most MLB players when baseball ends in October, they tend to take some time off and then get ready again for spring training the followi...

JANUARY 1, 2021 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Blue Jays 2021 predictions: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., offseason splashes, more Will the Blue Jays make an offseason splash? Will they play in Toronto in 2021. We use our crystal ball on these questions and more.

DECEMBER 30, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Vlad Jr. channels 'The Undertaker' after win “Now approaching the ring … From Don Gregorio, Dominican Republic … The Undertaker.” Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a wild Tuesday night. After g...

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Takes the Reigns In Preparation for 2021 After an early 2-game sweep in the 2020 postseason, Blue Jays slugger, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. grabs the leash and takes control of his destin...

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is raking down at Winter Ball Blue Jays infielder Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is making the most of his time in the Dominican Winter League, blasting pitches into space. The be...

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Working at third base Guerrero is hoping to prove in the Dominican Winter League that he can still be an option at third base for the Blue Jays in 2021, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Impact He has reportedly lost 40 pounds since July and 20 since the end of the season, down to 245 pounds. Guerrero moved to first base this past season, but it would give the Blue Jays some extra versatility if he could play both corner infield spots. Typically players don't move back up the defensive spectrum, but it's possible in this case if Guerrero is diligent about staying in better shape.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

If Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can play third, just how much would the Blue Jays gain? The dream of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at third is alive. If he can make it a reality, it would pay off quite handsomely for everyone involved.

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

To play winter ball Guerrero was granted permission to play in the Dominican Winter League, Yancen Pujols of El Caribe reports.

Impact There's really no downside here for Guerrero. It will be easier for him to stay in shape and it gives him a chance to get into a groove at the dish ahead of spring training. He has already reportedly lost 40 pounds since July and 20 since the end of the season via an offseason workout regimen, putting him down to 245 pounds. Guerrero's goal is to lose another 10 pounds before camp opens, Hector Gomez of Deportivo Z 101 reports.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays: The upside to Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s early career struggles Vladimir Guerrero Jr's MLB career hasn't started the way that the Blue Jays had hoped, but there is an upside to his struggle to meet expect...

NOVEMBER 26, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Vladimir Guerrero, Jr. looks so different after dramatic weight loss (Photo) Vladimir Guerrero, Jr. took questions about his conditioning to heart. The shortened MLB season put most players' workout regimens in questi...

NOVEMBER 21, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM

Toronto Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. intends to return to third Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. voiced his intention to play third base in 2021. Throughout the 2020 regular season, Vladimi...

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM

Blue Jays: Moving Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Back To 3B Is A Bad Idea Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may want to return to third base in 2021, but there's a strong argument that it's a bad idea for both him and the Blue...

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Toronto Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. getting ripped in off-season Toronto Blue Jays infielder Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hasn't quite lived up to the expectations he had coming into the league, but he's looking...

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. committed to playing third base Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went on record in a recent interview that he is committed to playing third base for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2021. It...

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may be in some hot water following Instagram post It would appear that Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may be in some hot water following a controversial Instagram post...

NOVEMBER 2, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Top 10 moments of Vlad Guerrero's career If a pitcher rolled a baseball toward Vladimir Guerrero as he stood in the batter’s box, he’d find a way to drive it into the gap. Guerrero...

OCTOBER 13, 2020 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Get Excited For a Future Star It appeared by most fan's standards Vladimir Guerrero Jr had a bad season and may not be a valuable asset. I’m here to tell those fans to t...

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Failed Miserably Trying to Catch Foul Ball Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is one of the best young hitters in the MLB. The same cannot really be said of his fielding, however. Just take a look...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM

Blasts eighth homer Guerrero went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Yankees.

Impact His second-inning blast opened the scoring as the Jays clinched a playoff berth. Guerrero is heating up in the regular season's final days, collecting nine hits in the last four games including three doubles, a triple and Thursday's long ball, and on the season the 21-year-old is hitting .263 with eight homers and 32 RBI through 57 games.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Three RBI in win Guerrero went 2-for-5 with three RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 14-1 rout of the Yankees.

Impact Despite leaving four runners on base, Guerrero was productive in a game where five Blue Jays' starters recorded multiple hits. With the second American League wild-card nearly clinched, Guerrero will look to continue his hot hitting through the end of the season and into the first playoffs of his career.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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