Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Stars in MLB Anime-Style Campaign
Santo Domingo, R.D. – The stellar Dominican player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been selected as one of the main faces of “Heroes of the Game”, the innovative MLB campaign that merges the world of baseball with the visual aesthetic of Japanese anime.At just 26 years old and with an outstanding career that includes over 160 home runs, Guerrero Jr. joins a select group of players turned into animated superheroes. This stellar list also includes figures like Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge, Paul Skenes, and Dominicans Juan Soto and Julio Rodríguez.
The campaign, which was launched before Opening Day, aims to connect with new generations of fans through illustrations and videos inspired by anime.
The weight of a legacy makes for a powerful swing ⚾️ Vladdy Jr.’s anime episode is live 🍁 #HeroesOfTheGame
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Guerrero Jr., heir to an impressive legacy in baseball – his father, Vladimir Guerrero Sr., hit 449 home runs and is a Hall of Famer – has transformed his lineage into a narrative of superpower within the field. His performance in the 2024 season was a clear demonstration of this, with an OPS of .940, his best mark since his outstanding 2021 season.
As the Toronto Blue Jays, Guerrero Jr.’s team, prepare to host the San Diego Padres this week, the matchup will also bring together other Latin stars like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado, promising a series full of excitement, in the style of an epic anime battle.
The “Heroes of the Game” campaign will continue to expand during the 2025 season, taking the essence of baseball beyond the playing field and celebrating the cultural roots of its protagonists.
