Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the star player of the Toronto Blue Jays, brought some unexpected luck to Game 7 by donning an Auston Matthews jersey at Rogers Centre. Guerrero Jr. has been on fire this post-season, breaking records with his six home runs and leading MLB in this category. This impressive performance stands in stark contrast to Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs’ struggles during their playoff runs.
With the Blue Jays just one win away from reaching the World Series, Guerrero Jr.’s choice to channel the hockey energy with the Maple Leafs jersey might have been a strategic move. The Maple Leafs, in the Matthews era, have faced disappointment in all three Game 7s they’ve played.
Guerrero Jr.’s fashion statement could also be seen as a playful response to the Seattle Kraken, who wore Mariners jerseys before defeating the Maple Leafs in a recent game. The series has seen various players, such as Mariners slugger Josh Naylor, sporting different jerseys to show hometown support and add an extra edge to the competition.
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