Vladimir Guerrero Jr puts league on notice, sends message to Toronto Blue Jays fans

The Blue Jays had been waiting for a while, banking wins in creative ways while they waited for their superstar to take charge.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. delivered at last on Sunday afternoon, launching a massive first-inning homer that lifted the crowd at Rogers Centre and helped Toronto to an 8-6 win and a series sweep over the Giants.

It was Guerrero's first homer since June 29 and just his third extra-base hit in 14 games this month.

Somehow, the good times kept on rolling for the Blue Jays, but unlocking that power is about much more than a good stretch in July. The Blue Jays need Vlad to be Vlad.

He wants to be that guy, too, but a huge part of the way back is keeping the focus on the right things.

Guerrero Jr has been taking a lot of heat online lately regarding his lack of offense but he seems to have taken a step in the right direction today with his first home run of the month.

Guerrero Jr's second hit of the day snuck perfectly out of the reach of shortstop Willy Adames to cash in Springer and give the Blue Jays a two-run cushion.

Guerrero Jr banged his hands together over and over at first base, turning to the dugout to celebrate with his game face still on. Nothing wrong with a perfectly placed roller. It's one of many ways Peak Vladdy can beat you.

After the sweep of the Giants, Guerrero spoke with on-field reporter Arden Zwelling in which he stated that the team is working very hard to bring a World Series championship back to Toronto.

This level of confidence is exactly what the Blue Jays need as they head into a critical series against the second place New York Yankees.