The Toronto Blue Jays placed Vladimir Guerrero Jr., a six-time All-Star, on the seven-day injured list on Saturday due to concussion symptoms. In response, the team selected outfielder Daz Cameron from Triple-A Buffalo. To accommodate the roster change, right-hander Lazaro Estrada was designated for assignment.
On the same day, the Blue Jays called up left-hander Ricky Tiedemann from Buffalo and sent right-hander Chase Lee down to Triple-A. Guerrero exited Friday’s game against the Yankees after colliding with New York rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. during a play at third base in the sixth inning. Lombard inadvertently struck Guerrero’s head with his knee and thigh while attempting to leap over him as he slid into third base.
Although Guerrero managed to score the tying run and continued playing, he appeared disoriented after the collision. Charles McAdoo substituted for Guerrero at first base in the following inning. Manager John Schneider mentioned that Guerrero experienced a headache after the game on Friday, which persisted into Saturday. Guerrero currently holds a batting average of .263 with seven home runs and 46 RBIs this season.
Meanwhile, Tiedemann had a 0-1 record with a 6.43 ERA across seven games, including two starts, in various minor league levels this year.