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The Toronto Blue Jays kick off their home season against the Oakland Athletics, aiming to recover from their 2021 World Series loss. Ace Kevin Gausman starts, seeking a robust season opener. Gausman had a solid 2025 campaign, boasting a 10-11 record, 3.59 ERA, and 189 strikeouts in 193 innings. Since 2021, hes maintained an ERA under 4 and accumulated innings. His rotation includes Trey Yesavage, Dylan Cease, and Max Scherzer.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. headlines the lineup as one of baseballs top hitters. The Blue Jays secured him with a 14-year, $500 million extension. Last season, the 27-year-old batted .292 with 23 homers, 84 RBIs, and a .848 OPS. Hes a five-time All-Star, Gold Glove winner, and two-time Silver Slugger, with three 30-homer seasons and a monstrous 2021 season of 48 homers and a .401 OPS. Son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero, he signed for $3.9 million out of the Dominican Republic in July 2015 and debuted at 20.

Guerrero shone in the World Series push, hitting .297 with 8 homers and 15 RBIs. With Gausman leading the staff and Guerrero driving the offense, Toronto aims for a swift return to contention.

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