Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. passes final concussion tests, expected to return Saturday
NEW YORK (AP) — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. passed his final concussion tests and the…
Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has successfully completed all final concussion tests and is on track to return from the seven-day injured list on Saturday. The 27-year-old player made a triumphant return to the team on Friday, engaging in batting cage practice after a successful minor league rehabilitation game for Single-A Dunedin on Thursday.
Guerrero's manager, John Schneider, reported that the slugger was feeling good even before departing for Clearwater, indicating a normal state of health. The collision that led to Guerrero's injury occurred during a game against the New York Yankees last Friday, when he slid into third base and Lombard's knee and thigh struck his head.
Despite the dislodging of his helmet, Yankees first baseman Luis García Jr. scored the tying run prior to Guerrero's exit. Prior to the incident, Guerrero was batting .263 with seven home runs and 46 RBIs. Blue Jays added four roster moves, including the placement of newly acquired infielder Josh Smith on the 10-day injured list due to left hamstring inflammation.
They also activated pitcher Spencer Arrighetti from the injured list and recalled outfielder Davis Schneider.
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