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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Blue Jays marks five years in the majors with a new haircut
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    Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Blue Jays marks five years in the majors with a new haircut

    Toronto Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was sporting a fresh new hairdo when he took to the field for batting practice ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Boston Red Sox.

    The familiar dreadlocks Guerrero Jr. had been rocking since he made his major-league debut were no more and sure enough, that ties into why he decided to get them cut.

    Guerrero Jr. told Sportsnet’s Hazel Mae he made a promise to himself that he would mark his five years in the big leagues by cutting his hair.

    It might seem like it was yesterday, but it has been five years since Guerrero Jr. joined The Show. Actually, it’s been over five years as Guerrero Jr. made his debut at age 20 on April 26, 2019.

    Wednesday was also special for Guerrero Jr. as he caught the ceremonial first pitch from his six-year-old daughter, Vlaimel.

    The new look drew some interesting observations from the Blue Jays.

    According to Mae, teammate Justin Turner referred to Guerrrero Jr. as “Carlos Santana” due to his resemblance to the Minnesota Twins first baseman while former Blue Jays slugger Edwin Encarnacion said, “Who’s that?”

    The new look didn’t help Guerrero Jr. at the plate against the Red Sox, however. He struck out in his first at-bat and finished the game batting 1-for-5 with a single to deep left field during the bottom of the seventh inning.

    Guerrero Jr. also committed an error — his fourth of the season and the Blue Jays’ fourth of the game — during the top of the eighth as he mishandled a ground ball, allowing David Hamilton to reach base and Dominic Smith to score.

    The Blue Jays lost 7-3 and were swept for the first time this season.

    Guerrero Jr. is batting .280 with seven home runs and 30 RBIs this year. The three-time all-star is currently leading in voting among American League first basemen for the July mid-summer classic.

    Toronto (35-39) has a day before opening a three-game series on the road against the Cleveland Guardians on Friday.

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    Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the talented third baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays, recently celebrated his five-year anniversary in the major leagues with a bold new haircut. Known for his powerful swing and impressive defensive skills, Guerrero Jr. has quickly become one of the most exciting young players in baseball.

    The 22-year-old Dominican native made his MLB debut in April 2019, following in the footsteps of his Hall of Fame father, Vladimir Guerrero Sr. Since then, he has quickly established himself as a key player for the Blue Jays, earning two All-Star selections and finishing second in the American League Rookie of the Year voting in 2019.

    Guerrero Jr.’s new haircut, a stylish fade with a subtle design on the side, has been the talk of the baseball world. Fans have taken to social media to praise his fresh look, with many noting that it adds to his already impressive on-field presence.

    In addition to his new haircut, Guerrero Jr. has been making headlines for his performance on the field. In the 2021 season, he set career highs in home runs, RBIs, and batting average, solidifying his status as one of the top young hitters in the game.

    Off the field, Guerrero Jr. has also been active in the community, participating in various charitable events and initiatives. He has quickly become a fan favorite in Toronto, with his infectious smile and positive attitude endearing him to fans of all ages.

    As Guerrero Jr. looks ahead to the future, he remains focused on continuing to improve his game and help lead the Blue Jays to success. With his combination of talent, work ethic, and charisma, there’s no doubt that he has a bright future ahead of him in the major leagues. And with his new haircut adding to his already impressive presence, Guerrero Jr. is sure to continue turning heads both on and off the field.