Suddenly, the powerhouse Yankees appear mortal.
Jun 21, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. celebrates his solo home run in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY SportsAaron Boone’s men are amidst their poorest stretch of the season. After getting lit up for 21 runs by the Mets while getting swept out of the Subway Series at Citi Field, the Bronx Bombers are 3-9 in their last 12 games.
One of the glaring holes of the lineup — and others include second and third base — is coming from the lack of production from first. Anthony Rizzo was trudging through the worst season of his career, batting .224 with a .630 OPS in 70 games which included a benching before he landed on the IL with a fractured arm.
Enter Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The same Vladimir Guerrero Jr. who implored in the past that he would never, ever play for the Yankees.
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