Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is experiencing a severe power outage in 2026, hitting only 2-3 home runs through 41 games (on pace for ~10 HRs). Despite maintaining a .300+ batting average and .386 OBP, he has gone 50+ consecutive plate appearances without an extra-base hit since April 28. His slugging percentage (.773) is at career lows. The 27-year-old is struggling with pressure from team injuries and expectations following his $500M contract extension, admitting he feels rushed and is trying to do too much. His May performance has been particularly alarming with a .188 average over 15 days and negative WAR. Insiders note he's in a "dark place" mentally despite being healthy and playing daily.
Strengths
- + Maintaining .300+ batting average
- + Strong on-base percentage at .386
- + Low strikeout rate and good contact skills
- + Playing every day and staying healthy
- + Showing mental toughness and accountability for struggles
- + Buoyant demeanor in clubhouse despite funk
- + Track record of strong postseason performance
Weaknesses
- - Only 2-3 home runs in 41 games (career low pace)
- - 50+ plate appearances without extra-base hit
- - Slugging percentage at career lows (.773)
- - 9 total extra-base hits through 41 games
- - Feeling rushed and putting pressure on himself
- - May performance: .188 average, negative WAR (-0.5)
- - Chasing out-of-zone pitches in key situations
- - 0-for-4 performances in recent games
- - Becoming an easy target for opposing pitchers
- - Psychological weight from team injuries
About
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a first baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays.
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