Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is determined to leave the heartache of the Blue Jays' World Series loss behind, as he prepares for the upcoming spring training. The star slugger, who was the last to leave the dugout after the Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, has turned the page and is ready to move forward. Guerrero's statement, 'I felt like I had faced reality, and the only thing I had left to say to myself was just thank God for the year I had,' reflects his mindset as he looks ahead to the new season. This spring training is a fresh start for the Blue Jays, who missed out on a second consecutive chance to clinch the franchise's third championship at home. Manager John Schneider emphasizes that the team is not defending anything but instead is attacking 2026 with the same determination as any other year. Guerrero's role as the face of the franchise was solidified when Bo Bichette left for the New York Mets, and he is now the longest-tenured Blue Jays player. Despite the changes, Guerrero remains focused on being a good teammate and leader, and he is excited about the team's prospects for the upcoming season.
