The back of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s baseball card might not be as long or as impressive as his dad’s. But the Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman suddenly has a chance to do something his father never did as a major leaguer: win a World Series.
Guerrero was named the Most Valuable Player of the American League Championship Series on Monday, when the Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners 4-3 in Game 7. Toronto will host the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday.
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Guerrero, 26, slashed .385/.484/.846 in the series with three solo home runs. He had six extra-base hits in the series compared to two strikeouts.
After the win, Vladimir Guerrero Sr. posted a heartfelt message to his son on his personal Instagram account in Spanish and English.
“I’ve seen every sacrifice, every workout, every tear. Watching him become the ALCS MVP is the reward for all of it. 🏆 You’re great, son! ❤️”
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