Vladimir Guerrero Sr. posted a heartfelt message after his son led the Toronto Blue Jays to the World Series. Vlad Jr. dominated the ALCS with a .442 batting average. The 26-year-old slugger is on a mission to win for his Hall of Famer father.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. earned 2025 ALCS MVP honors after stunning performance.
- Guerrero Sr. never won a World Series in his 16-year MLB career.
- Jr. hit six home runs this postseason with 12 RBIs and only three strikeouts.
- Blue Jays face Los Angeles Dodgers starting Friday, Oct. 25 in Toronto.
- Toronto hasn’t won the World Series since 1993.
How a Legend Became His Son’s Greatest Fan
Vladimir Guerrero Sr. took to Instagram with an emotional tribute after his son’s ALCS triumph. The Hall of Famer wrote: “I’ve seen every sacrifice, every workout, every tear.” He continued: “Watching him become the ALCS MVP is the reward for all of it.”
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The message resonated across baseball because it captured a unique bond. Guerrero Sr. achieved nearly everything in his storied career. He earned nine All-Star selections and the 2004 AL MVP award. Yet one thing eluded him: a World Series ring.
“My personal goal is to win a World Series and give the ring to my dad.”
His closest chance came in 2010 with the Texas Rangers. Guerrero Sr. appeared in four World Series games as a designated hitter. The Rangers lost to the San Francisco Giants in five games. He went just 1 for 14 at the plate.
A Son Carrying His Father’s Legacy Forward
Vlad Jr. grew up watching his father’s work ethic on the field. He’s mirrored it in his own approach. Jr. copied his father’s pre-game routines, his stance, even his choice to go gloveless at the plate.
Now the younger Guerrero is having the postseason of his life. He’s batting .442 with six home runs in 11 playoff games. He’s tied with José Bautista and Joe Carter for the most postseason homers in Blue Jays franchise history.
The Dominican-Canadian slugger credits his father’s legacy for pushing him. “From the time I was very young,” he wrote on The Players Tribune, “I remember always imitating what my dad did.”
What makes this moment special is the reversal of roles. Guerrero Sr. spent his career watching his son grow. Now the father watches his son achieve what eluded him.
The Stats That Tell the Story
Guerrero Jr.’s 2025 postseason dominance rivals any performance in recent memory. Here’s how he stacks up:
| Stat | ALCS | Full Postseason | Context |
| Batting Average | .385 | .442 | Elite performance |
| Home Runs | 3 solo | 6 total | Tied for franchise record |
| RBIs | Data varies | 12 total | Season-leading pace |
| Strikeouts | 2 total | 3 total | Disciplined approach |
These numbers explain why Fox Sports analyst Alex Rodriguez recently called Guerrero Jr. “the best hitter in the game.”
On the Verge of Fulfilling a Dream
The World Series matchup pits the Blue Jays against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Game 1 starts Friday, Oct. 25 at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers are heavily favored to repeat. But Guerrero Jr. has shown he thrives in October’s brightest moments.
“It means a lot,” Guerrero Jr. told CNN Sports media day. “I was not even born when the Blue Jays were in the World Series. But bringing back and trying to win it all is something I always dream with.”
Toronto hasn’t captured a championship since 1993. An entire generation of Canadian baseball fans has waited for this moment. Guerrero Jr. carries that weight proudly.
Can a Son Finally Complete His Father’s Legacy?
The question now is whether Vlad Jr. can deliver what Guerrero Sr. couldn’t. His father’s Hall of Fame career lacked that ultimate prize. Can the son write a different ending?
The younger Guerrero’s commitment is absolute. “My personal goal is to win a World Series and give the ring to my dad,” Jr. declared to Fox Sports.
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That’s no empty promise from a young player. It’s a declaration of purpose. For once, Guerrero Sr. doesn’t have to wonder “what if.” His son is determined to complete the family’s baseball story.
Sources
- CNN Sports – Comprehensive coverage of Guerrero Jr.’s World Series run and family legacy
- Newsweek – Interview content about Guerrero Sr.’s emotional Instagram message
- The Players Tribune – Guerrero Jr.’s firsthand account of following his father’s footsteps
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