Jays Shine Bright at All-Star Game
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. & Alejandro Kirk delivered hits in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game on July 16. See how the Blue Jays stars performed on the national stage.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Alejandro Kirk both recorded hits in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game.
- Both Blue Jays representatives finished the game 1-for-2.
- Guerrero Jr. hit a 108.6-mph single, showcasing his power.
- Kirk singled and later scored a run for the American League.
- The American League ultimately lost the game in a swing-off.
The bright lights of the MLB All-Star Game weren't too big for Toronto's finest. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Alejandro Kirk made their presence felt in the mid-summer classic on Wednesday, both recording hits and reminding everyone of the talent powering this Blue Jays squad as they head into the season's second half.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. smoked a 108.6-mph single, a blistering reminder of the power lurking in the heart of the Blue Jays' order.
Vladdy and Kirk Deliver on the Big Stage
Representing the American League, both Blue Jays All-Stars delivered. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., starting at first base, shook off an early strikeout against Clayton Kershaw by lacing a laser-beam single off David Peterson in his second at-bat. Not to be outdone, Alejandro Kirk entered as a defensive replacement in the sixth inning and promptly singled off Adrian Morejon. Kirk's savvy baserunning later saw him cross the plate on a three-run homer by Brent Rooker. While the AL ultimately fell in a bizarre swing-off, the key takeaway for Jays fans is that their guys showed up and performed on the national stage.
A First Half to Remember
As its stars were making new highlights, the team's front office gave fans a chance to relive old ones. The club released a video compilation celebrating the best moments from the first half of the 2025 season. The reel was a perfect mid-break dose of optimism, showcasing the clutch hits, web gems, and dominant pitching performances that have put the team in a strong position. It serves as a great reminder of the complete team effort that has complemented the individual brilliance of players like Guerrero Jr. and Kirk.
With the All-Star festivities in the rearview mirror and a highlight reel of their best moments fresh in their minds, the Blue Jays are poised for a critical second-half run. The brief rest is over, and now the real work begins. All eyes are on the upcoming homestand as the push for October heats up.