Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to make spring debut vs. Pirates

Toronto Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. bats against the New York Yankees during a spring training game at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla., Saturday, March 18, 2023. (Mark Taylor/CP)

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will make his spring debut for the Toronto Blue Jays while both Yusei Kikuchi and and Chris Bassitt are scheduled to pitch Monday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Bo Bichette will start at shortstop and hit in the leadoff spot while Justin Turner will remain third in the lineup as the designated hitter.

Danny Jansen will hit clean-up and start behind the plate. Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start at third base while Dalton Varsho, Nathan Lukes and Cam Eden make up the outfield.

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The Blue Jays will take on the Pirates with first pitch at 1:07 p.m. ET. Watch the game on Sportsnet or listen to the action on Sportsnet 590 the Fan.

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