In a thrilling Game 5 of the World Series, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showcased his exceptional talent, helping the Toronto Blue Jays secure a crucial 6-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. This win allowed the Blue Jays to take a 3-2 lead in the series.
Guerrero’s Historic Performance
Guerrero launched his eighth home run of the postseason, tying him with Shohei Ohtani for the most home runs in October. His powerful swing not only set a franchise record but also proved vital as the Blue Jays held onto their lead.
This remarkable performance added to Guerrero’s historic postseason. He has reached base 37 times in the first 15 games, the second-most in postseason history, just one shy of Barry Bonds’ record of 38. Guerrero’s batting average stands at an impressive .415, ranking third among players with at least 50 plate appearances.
Game Highlights
- Guerrero hit the hardest home run of the year at 87.4 mph in Game 5.
- He and Davis Schneider became the first pair in World Series history to hit back-to-back home runs to start a game.
- Guerrero’s postseason performance has sparked debates on whether it is the best in Blue Jays history.
Ohtani’s Struggles
Despite his stellar season, Shohei Ohtani struggled in this game, going hitless for consecutive matches in the World Series. Toronto’s rookie pitcher, Trey Yesavage, effectively managed to dominate Ohtani. In his first at-bat, Ohtani faced multiple challenging pitches, culminating in an easy out.
Although Ohtani recorded a hard-hit ball in the third at-bat, it fell into the hands of Toronto’s Addison Barger, who made a remarkable diving catch.
Series Overview
| Player | Home Runs | RBIs | Batting Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | 8 | 4 | .415 |
| Shohei Ohtani | 0 | 1 | .250 |
As the Blue Jays return to Toronto with a series lead, Guerrero’s performance continues to be a focal point of this historic postseason. With one win needed for the championship, all eyes will be on the star slugger in the upcoming games.
