Toronto Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has shared an emotional and heartfelt thank you to the team's fans, reflecting on a remarkable 2025 season that he promises to 'frame forever.' The 26-year-old slugger took to Instagram to express his profound gratitude following a World Series run that captivated the nation, ending in a heartbreaking Game 7 defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Rogers Centre.
An Emotional Thank You to Toronto
In a deeply personal social media post, Guerrero struggled to find the words to encapsulate the significance of the past year. "I don't even know what to say," Guerrero wrote. "A year that made me appreciate times that didn't make sense. A year I will frame forever." He extended his thanks to his family, fans, teammates, the Blue Jays organization, and Major League Baseball, emphasizing that his achievements would not have been possible without their collective support.
The post concluded with a powerful declaration of the team's readiness and resilience: "We were born ready. We stay ready." This sentiment echoes the fighting spirit the Jays displayed throughout their thrilling postseason campaign.
A Career-Defining Year On and Off the Field
The 2025 season was transformative for Guerrero, both professionally and personally. It began with immense uncertainty regarding his contract, a situation that could have seen him become a free agent. Instead, he committed his future to Toronto by signing a historic 14-year, US$500-million contract extension, the richest in the history of Canadian sports. This monumental deal has the potential to make him a Blue Jay for life.
Following a regular season with its share of challenges, Guerrero exploded in the playoffs, delivering a performance for the ages. He was named the American League Championship Series MVP after the Jays' thrilling seven-game victory over the Seattle Mariners, becoming only the third player in franchise history to earn the honour.
His postseason statistics were staggering, setting multiple Blue Jays playoff records. Guerrero blasted eight home runs, the most in a single postseason by any Jays player, and hit an impressive .397 over 18 playoff games. His heroics brought the team agonizingly close to a championship, falling just two outs short in the final game of the World Series against the defending champion Dodgers on November 2, 2025.
Celebrated at Home and Abroad
Guerrero's connection with fans extends beyond Toronto. Upon returning to his hometown of Don Gregorio in the Dominican Republic, he was given a hero's welcome. The Montreal-born star was celebrated by his local community, perched atop a black Cadillac Escalade in a display of immense pride for his accomplishments.
Blue Jays General Manager Ross Atkins highlighted the immense impact of Guerrero's postseason performance during his season-ending press conference. "It was really impactful in a significant way," Atkins stated. "It was incredible to watch the athleticism on every aspect of the game. The at-bats spoke for themselves and he was an absolute force offensively and a game changer as a defender. I can't imagine he could have made a better, bigger impact."
Beyond the playoffs, Guerrero's year included being named an American League All-Star for the fifth consecutive time, a feat achieved by only two other Blue Jays players. As the face of the franchise, his gratitude and leadership signal an exciting future for baseball in Toronto.
