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The Toronto Blue Jays have picked up momentum in August. They've won every series this month against quality opponents, including the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, and the Boston Red Sox.

Toronto (60-64) is inching closer in the American League wild-card standings. Entering Saturday, they're one game back of the Detroit Tigers, who hold the third spot.

However, the Blue Jays will be without first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to the Injured List

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Per Keegan Matheson of mlb.com, Toronto is placing Guerrero Jr. on the 7-day concussion list. On Friday, as Guerrero Jr. was running to third base, his face collided with George Lombard Jr.'s knee. He was able to score on the play, but was replaced by Charles McAdoo.

"He had a headache last night. I think it's one of those where the doctors wanted to see how he woke up today," John Schneider said, per Max Ralph of mlb.com. "He's here, I think kind of feeling the same."

Outfielder Daz Cameron has been added to the big-league roster, and right-handed pitcher Lazaro Estrada has been DFA'd. In addition, the Blue Jays also recalled left-handed pitcher Ricky Tiedemann from Triple-A and optioned Chase Lee in a separate move.

Who Will Fill in For Guerrero Jr.?

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. celebrates with Charles McAdoo (26) and pitcher Louis Varland. Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

For the time being, McAdoo would be the likely option to fill in at first base. Kazuma Okamoto has also played at first this season and could slide over.

It's no secret that Guerrero Jr. has struggled with slugging this season. The Blue Jays' first baseman is still searching for his first home run at the Rogers Centre in 2026. He's slashing .263/.337/.356 this season.

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