Blue Jays John Schneider Responds To Calls For ‘Demoting’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr
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- (Photo by Chris Coduto/MLB Photos via Getty Images)MLB Photos via Getty ImagesThe Toronto Blue Jays have spent much of the 2026 season searching for answers.
Sports Money Blue Jays John Schneider Responds To Calls For ‘Demoting’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr By Peter Chawaga,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow Author Jun 19, 2026, 08:00pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary The Toronto Blue Jays are enduring a disappointing 2026 season, struggling with inconsistency despite high expectations. Much attention has centered on star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., whose power numbers have significantly declined, prompting questions about his massive contract. Manager John Schneider recently addressed suggestions to move Guerrero down in the batting order. Schneider firmly stated that Guerrero is "too good" to be demoted, believing such a move wouldn't motivate him and would only fuel the narrative of his struggles. He highlighted the "astronomical pressure" Guerrero already endures, indicating the team prefers patience and confidence over a lineup shakeup to help their franchise cornerstone regain his form.
PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 17: John Schneider #14 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on from the dugout prior to the game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Friday, April 17, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/MLB Photos via Getty Images)MLB Photos via Getty ImagesThe Toronto Blue Jays have spent much of the 2026 season searching for answers.