Blue Jays stick with Guerrero Jr. after 0-for-5; aim to snap skid vs Rangers.

The Toronto Blue Jays remain steadfast with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the lineup despite a 0-for-5 performance. Toronto has dropped five consecutive games and is trying to avoid a four-game home sweep by the Texas Rangers on Sunday. In Saturday’s game, Guerrero served as the designated hitter and hit third, finishing 0-for-5. One notable moment from the at-bat sequence was a ground ball that Guerrero didn’t hustle out of the box; Corey Seager mishandled the play, which could have reached first base if Guerrero had run through it.

Following the disappointing night at the plate, fans questioned whether Guerrero should be benched. Yet, the club confirmed Guerrero would remain in the lineup for the series finale, occupying the third spot in the batting order. The Sunday lineup is as follows:

– G. Springer — DH
– N. Lukes — RF
– V. Guerrero Jr. — 1B
– K. Okamoto — 3B
– D. Varsho — CF
– E. Clement — 2B
– A. Kirk — C
– Y. Piñango — LF
– A. Giménez — SS

Despite Guerrero’s hitless performance and the question of his effort on a ground ball, the Blue Jays have continued to rely on him in the lineup.

This season, Guerrero is hitting .271 with four home runs and 34 RBIs. In his last 15 games, his batting line stands at .213 with one homer and nine RBIs.

Stay tuned for more updates as the Blue Jays navigate a challenging stretch and push to rebound against the Rangers in the finale.