Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wore an Auston Matthews jersey before Game 7, sparking fan speculation amid Leafs' Game 7 struggles.

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. drew attention before Game 7 of the ALCS for wearing an Auston Matthews Toronto Maple Leafs jersey, sparking fan speculation amid the Leafs’ recent Game 7 struggles. The Blue Jays face the Seattle Mariners in a winner-take-all matchup for a World Series berth, with Guerrero Jr. performing at an elite level in the playoffs, hitting .455 with six home runs and a 1.470 OPS. The jersey choice fueled superstition but also became a symbol of local pride and defiance against a perceived curse.