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 Dominican-Canadian professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB. He debuted in 2019. A right-handed batter and thrower, Guerrero follows in the footsteps of his father, Baseball Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr.

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1992: Ken Griffey Jr.'s All-Star MVP

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

2007: Vladimir Guerrero Sr. won Home Run Derby

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

January 24, 2017: Ranked as Third Best Prospect

On January 24, 2017, MLB named Vladimir Guerrero Jr. the third-best prospect at third base, recognizing his potential in the sport.

August 2017: MLB Home Run Record Set

In May 2019, Guerrero hit his sixth home run, contributing to the 1,135 home runs hit across MLB in May, surpassing the previous record of 1,119 set in August 2017.

2017: Minor League Season with Lansing and Dunedin

In 2017, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. played with the Class-A Lansing Lugnuts and was later promoted to the Advanced-A Dunedin Blue Jays. He finished the season with a .323 batting average, 13 home runs, and 76 RBIs, and was named ESPN's Prospect of the Year.

2018: Minor League Player of the Year

In 2018, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named Minor League Player of the Year by both Baseball America and USA Today, recognizing his outstanding performance in the minor leagues.

August 2019: American League Player of the Week Honor

On June 28, 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named the American League Player of the Week, after hitting home runs in three consecutive games, driving in seven runs, and batting .391. This was his first Player of the Week honor since August 2019.

2019: MLB Season Achievements

In 2019, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. batted .272 with 15 home runs and 69 RBIs, recorded the fastest exit velocity of any ball hit by MLB batters, and had several notable performances, showcasing his talent in his debut season.

2021: MLB Season Achievements and Awards

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finished the season with impressive stats, including tying for the MLB lead in home runs, leading in runs scored and total bases, and winning the American League Hank Aaron Award and the Tip O'Neill Award.

2021: MLB leader in Home Runs, All-Star Game MVP

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. led the MLB in home runs, runs scored, and total bases, earned his first All-Star Game selection, and won the All-Star Game MVP award, becoming the youngest player to achieve this honor.

2021: All-Star Game MVP

In 2021, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was named the American League All-Star Game's Most Valuable Player (MVP), becoming the first Blue Jays player, first Canadian citizen, and youngest player to win the award.

November 1, 2022: Won American League Gold Glove Award

On November 1, 2022, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won the American League Gold Glove Award at first base, recognizing his exceptional defensive performance.

July 10, 2023: Won MLB Home Run Derby

On July 10, 2023, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won the MLB Home Run Derby in Seattle, hitting a final round record of 25 home runs. He and his father became the first father-son duo to win the Derby.

2025: ALCS Most Valuable Player Award

In 2025, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a stellar postseason, including hitting a first-inning home run in Game 1 and his first playoff grand slam in Game 2 of the ALDS against the New York Yankees. He was named ALCS Most Valuable Player after hitting three home runs with a .385 batting average and a 1.330 OPS in seven games against the Seattle Mariners, leading the Blue Jays to their first AL championship since 1993. Although they lost the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers, Guerrero batted .333 with two home runs and three RBI. His performance was hailed as one of the greatest in postseason history.