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The Toronto Blue Jays entered Monday night’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a 73-52 record, sitting firmly atop the AL East. Shortly after, the Blue Jays replaced him with Ty France and announced that Guerrero was dealing with hamstring tightness.
How Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took a significant step in his recovery from a hamstring injury.
García also pitched 2 1/3 scoreless playoff innings for the Blue Jays and had a 2.70 ERA in 29 appearances before they traded him to the Seattle Mariners last season. The right-hander returned to Toronto on a two-year deal in December and didn't give up an earned run in March or April.
The Toronto Blue Jays believe consistent strong play is why they are in first place in the American League East after going 74-88 last season.
The Toronto Blue Jays have been without Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after he suffered an injury, but John Schneider is happy with his progress.
Lauer is expected to start next Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.
In the entire franchise of the Toronto Blue Jays, nobody might be closer with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. than John Schneider.
John Schneider talks about Shane Bieber's strong return to the mound, Daulton Varsho's two-run homer and more following the Blue Jays' 5-2 win
Guerrero (hamstring) isn't in the starting lineup for Saturday's contest against Miami.
The Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates got into a strange scuffle on Monday night, with outfielder Tommy Pham at its center.
On July 31, the Toronto Blue Jays surprised many by acquiring Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians, giving up prospect Khal Stephens in the deal.
The Toronto Blue Jays are skipping Eric Lauer's spot in the rotation for their weekend series against the Miami Marlins, but manager John Schneider is adamant that it is not a permanent demotion for the lefty.