The Blue Jays unveil their new-look lineup against the Red Sox

Feb 22, 2026 (9:00)

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. anchors the new-look Blue Jays lineup against the Red Sox today and it proves this offense is ready to dominate.

The team officially dropped their starting nine for the Grapefruit League clash at JetBlue Park.

Toronto is 1-0 in spring training action after an impressive shutout win over the Phillies yesterday.

Losing Bo Bichette to the Mets was a tough pill to swallow over the winter.

Cheering on a few teams with the Maple Leaf today

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But staring at this fresh batting order should immediately ease any anxiety for the Toronto faithful.

Kazuma Okamoto is the biggest infield addition and everyone is waiting to see his bat translate to North America.

He hit 279 career home runs in Japan before signing his four-year deal.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. remains the absolute engine of this offensive machine.

Vladdy is coming off a massive 2025 season where he hit .292 with 23 home runs and an .848 OPS.

Fans are absolutely buzzing to see real baseball back on the diamond today.

Davis Schneider (Age 27, Drafted 28th round, 2017 by Toronto) is starting in left field and brings serious pop.

Andrés Giménez stepping in at shortstop provides an elite defensive upgrade up the middle.

Ernie Clement is also returning to provide that intense, reliable glove work around the diamond.

John Schneider has explicitly stated that the goal is not just to compete, but to win the World Series.

The American League East is always a bloodbath, but Toronto has the depth to match up with anyone.

It is time to let the guys play and watch this new era unfold in the Florida sun.

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