Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sits out two more Blue Jays games with lower‑back tightness

Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Dominican star for the Toronto Blue Jays, missed the Saturday game against the New York Yankees after experiencing tightness in his lower back. Manager John Schneider said the discomfort grew during Friday’s contest, prompting a rest day for Guerrero.

The player also remained out for the series finale on Sunday, giving him three consecutive days off before the team’s scheduled break. Schneider noted that Guerrero, who has been one of the most durable players in baseball, had hit a double in the previous 5‑1 victory. The club expects him to return to the lineup after the short rest.

Guerrero’s absence marks another brief pause for a player who has never been placed on the injured list in eight major‑league seasons, underscoring the team’s cautious approach to his back health.