Dominican · Montreal, Canada · Born 16 March 1999Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a powerful, high-average first baseman leading the Toronto Blue Jays as one of MLB's premier young hitters.
Vladimir Guerrero Ramos was born on March 16, 1999, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the son of Baseball Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr., during his father's playing career with the Montreal Expos. Though born in Canada, he represents the Dominican Republic internationally, honouring his family's heritage, and signed with the Toronto Blue Jays as an international free agent in 2015. Guerrero was named Minor League Player of the Year by both Baseball America and USA Today in 2018, arriving in the majors the following year as one of the most hyped prospects in a generation, given both his bloodline and his own precocious hitting ability. He quickly justified the hype, developing into one of the game's most feared power hitters, known to fans simply as "Vladdy." Guerrero led Major League Baseball in home runs in 2021, and won a Gold Glove at first base in 2022 — a defensive accolade that surprised some given his father's more limited defensive reputation. He was named ALCS MVP in 2025, helping lead the Blue Jays deep into the postseason. Guerrero has earned five consecutive All-Star selections and multiple Silver Slugger Awards, continuing to build a career that, alongside his father's, makes the Guerreros one of the most accomplished father-son duos in baseball history.
Blue Jays star first baseman, son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero
How They Played
Power hitter with excellent plate discipline and defensive skills
Lasting Impact
Young superstar third baseman carrying on family baseball tradition
Career Honours
- 5x All-Star
- ALCS MVP (2025)
- 2x Silver Slugger
- Gold Glove (2022)
- MLB home run leader (2021)
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Blue Jays | 2019–2024 | 771 | #27 |
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