Toronto Blue Jays fans are rallying behind an unusual strategy to break the team's early-season slump: changing outfielder Daulton Varsho's walk-up music. An online petition, launched on Change.org, argues that his current song, 'Ordinary' by Alex Warren, is dampening the team's vibe and hindering their performance.
Fan Frustration Boils Over
The petition, titled 'Change Varsho's Walk-Up Song to Save the Season,' was created by a user named Skye Domie and quickly gained traction, amassing hundreds of signatures within hours. Fans express that the melancholic tune does not align with the high-energy atmosphere needed for a successful baseball season, especially for a team aiming to return to the World Series under the #BlueJays50 campaign.
Social Media Backlash
On platforms like Reddit, supporters have voiced strong opinions. One fan commented, 'Good song for walking in the rain crying about this season; bad song to lock in before an at bat with Yamamoto tossing heat,' referencing Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Others described the music as deflating and compared it to 'the breakfast hour at an old folks home.' A notable post highlighted how the song allegedly killed momentum during a recent game, when George Springer's RBI double energized the crowd, only for the mood to shift abruptly as 'Ordinary' played.
Varsho's Performance and Past Choices
Daulton Varsho has struggled at the plate this season, with a batting average of .171 and only six hits in 40 at-bats as of Wednesday. This slow start contrasts with his 2025 performance, where he hit 20 home runs in 71 games and helped lead the Blue Jays to a near-World Series victory. Interestingly, he used the same walk-up song during that successful playoff run. In 2024, Varsho opted for a custom country track called 'Bottle Rocket,' created with singer-songwriter Chris Hennessee, which fans now recall more fondly.
Broader Team Context
The Blue Jays' overall performance has been lackluster, with the team losing six consecutive games, including a recent defeat by the Los Angeles Dodgers that prompted manager John Schneider to express frustration. Fans believe that altering Varsho's walk-up music could serve as a psychological boost, potentially sparking a turnaround for both the player and the squad.
As the petition continues to circulate, it underscores the passionate connection between sports enthusiasts and game-day rituals, highlighting how even minor details like walk-up songs can become focal points for hope and change in a challenging season.
