Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has received his first profession American League Gold Glove Award.
The 23-year-old Guerrero completed forward of Minnesota’s Luis Arraez and New York’s Anthony Rizzo to win the award because the league’s high defensive participant at his place.
Guerrero’s win comes two seasons after he switched to first base after beginning his profession enjoying at third.
Gold Gloves are awarded yearly to the highest defensive participant at every place in each leagues.
Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios, third baseman Matt Chapman, right-fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. and utility participant Whit Merrifield have been finalists at their positions.
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