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Guerrero Jr. Nears Return After Concussion
20 Aug
Summary
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is progressing well after a concussion.
- He is expected to play in a rehab game as soon as tomorrow.
- The target activation date for Guerrero Jr. is Saturday.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Toronto Blue Jays' first baseman, is on the cusp of returning to play following a concussion. He was placed on the 7-day concussion list on Saturday, August 16, 2026.
As of Thursday, August 20, 2026, Blue Jays manager John Schneider announced that Guerrero Jr. is currently undertaking a full workout. His status will be reassessed later today.
Schneider indicated that if all proceeds as anticipated, Guerrero Jr. might play in a rehab game with the Dunedin team on Friday, August 21, 2026. The Blue Jays are optimistic, aiming for Saturday, August 22, 2026, as the earliest possible date for his activation, provided his recovery continues smoothly.