Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has successfully completed his concussion evaluations, indicating his imminent return to the Toronto Blue Jays following a stint on the injured list. The talented slugger rejoined the team on Friday and engaged in batting practice after showcasing his skills in a minor league game for Single-A Dunedin on Thursday.
Manager John Schneider shared positive updates, mentioning Guerrero’s good condition even before his recent on-field appearances. Guerrero’s smooth recovery from the collision with New York Yankees’ George Lombard Jr. during a game last Friday led to his temporary absence due to head injury concerns. Despite the incident, Guerrero managed to make an impact by scoring before exiting the game.
Guerrero boasts a solid season with a .263 batting average, seven home runs, and 46 RBIs. Prior to the injury, his performance had been on an upswing, hitting .310 in his last seven games.
In other team news, the Blue Jays made several roster adjustments. Infielder Josh Smith landed on the 10-day injured list due to left hamstring inflammation sustained during a recent game against Tampa Bay. Smith, acquired from Texas in August, has been hitting .250 in his 14 games with the team.
Pitcher Spencer Arrighetti returned from an injury spell, ready to contribute after dealing with an irritated right foot. The right-hander’s role as a reliever is crucial for the team’s strategy, especially following the opener Mason Fluharty’s outings.
Outfielder Davis Schneider received a call-up, bringing his .142 average with three home runs and 12 RBIs in 61 games to the roster. Schneider’s earlier performance in Triple-A Buffalo showcased his potential, hitting .219 with six home runs and 21 RBIs in 37 games.
Lastly, reliever Brendan Cellucci was sent down to Triple-A after not making any appearances since his recent recall, as the team finalized its roster adjustments.
