In a bombshell announcement that has sent shockwaves across the baseball world, Toronto Blue Jays head coach John Schneider has allegedly confirmed that star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is planning to transition permanently to third base beginning next season.
According to sources inside the club, Schneider made the revelation during a closed‑door meeting with the coaching staff, saying that Guerrero Jr. has expressed a strong desire to return to the “hot corner” after years patrolling first base.
This move is being seen as a potential game‐changer for the Blue Jays’ infield configuration. Guerrero Jr. reportedly played third base early in his minor league career before shifting to first, and now wants to leverage his athleticism and arm strength in a more demanding position.
Team insiders suggest this shift could open up first base for another player—potentially a trade or internal promotion—and offer the Blue Jays more lineup flexibility. The timing comes amid ongoing contract negotiations and strategic planning for the postseason run.
Guerrero Jr. has not yet publicly confirmed Schneider’s claim. The Blue Jays organization is expected to make an announcement in the coming days once details are finalized.
