Following In His Fathers Footsteps

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Wins 2023 Home Run Derby

Following in his Father's Footsteps

The 2023 Home Run Derby saw the Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Jr. secure a win in his follow-up to a legendary 2019 performance. The younger Guerrero became the first player to win the Derby twice since his father, Vladimir Guerrero Sr., won back-to-back titles in 2007 and 2008.

Key Highlights

• Guerrero Jr. defeated the Rays' Randy Arozarena in the final round, 25-19.
• Guerrero Jr.'s longest homer of the night was 445 feet.
• Guerrero Jr. and his father are the first father-son duo to win the Home Run Derby.

As the lower seed, Guerrero Jr. had to start off the finals. He quickly took a 3-0 lead over Arozarena and never looked back. Guerrero Jr. hit a total of 25 home runs in the final round, including nine in the first inning.

Arozarena put up a valiant effort, but he was unable to keep up with Guerrero Jr.'s torrid pace. Arozarena finished with 19 home runs in the final round.

The win was a special moment for Guerrero Jr., who was competing in the Home Run Derby for the first time since 2019. In that year, he became the youngest player to ever win the Derby at just 20 years old.

Guerrero Jr.'s win is a testament to his immense talent and power. He is one of the most exciting young players in baseball, and he is sure to have a long and successful career.