Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Canadian-Dominican professional baseball player currently playing as a first baseman for the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB. He debuted in 2019 and is known for his right-handed batting and throwing. As the son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr., he carries a strong baseball legacy.

Sections (3)

Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1992: Record

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. became the youngest All-Star Game MVP at age 22 and 119 days, beating Ken Griffey Jr., who was 22 years and 236 days old in 1992.

2007: Father's Derby Win

On July 10, 2023, Guerrero became part of the first father-son duo to win the Derby, with his father Vladimir Guerrero having won the contest in 2007.

January 24, 2017: Ranked as top prospect

On January 24, 2017, MLB named Vladimir Guerrero Jr. the third-best prospect at third base.

2017: Continued development in the minor leagues

In 2017, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. played with the Lansing Lugnuts and Dunedin Blue Jays, earning Midwest League All-Star and All-Star Futures Game honors, finishing the season with a .323 batting average, 13 home runs and 76 RBIs.

2018: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2018, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named Minor League Player of the Year by Baseball America and USA Today after an impressive season.

August 2019: American League Player of the Week

On June 28, 2021, Guerrero was named the American League Player of the Week, after hitting home runs in three consecutive games, driving in seven runs. It was Guerrero's first Player of the Week honor since August 2019.

2019: MLB Season and Home Run Derby

In 2019, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a successful season, batting .272 with 15 home runs. He also broke the single round home run record in the Home Run Derby with a total of 40 home runs.

2021: Statistical Achievements and Awards

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finished the season with significant stats, tying for the major league lead in home runs, leading in runs scored and total bases. He won the American League Hank Aaron Award and the Tip O'Neill Award.

2021: All-Star Game MVP and Home Run Leader

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. led the major leagues in home runs, runs scored, and total bases. He was voted to his first All-Star Game in 2021, during which he won the MVP award, and finished second in AL MVP votes.

2021: All-Star Game MVP

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named the starting first baseman for the American League in the All-Star Game, hitting the 200th home run in All-Star Game history and becoming the game's Most Valuable Player.

July 10, 2023: Home Run Derby Win

On July 10, 2023, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won the MLB Home Run Derby in Seattle, defeating Randy Arozarena. He became part of the first father-son duo to win the Derby.

January 30, 2024: Guerrero named cover athlete of MLB The Show 24

On January 30, 2024, Guerrero was announced as the cover athlete for MLB The Show 24, making him and his father the first father-son duo to each be on the cover of an MLB video game.