The Toronto Blue Jays have faced significant offensive struggles, especially in the first two innings of games. They recorded a wRC+ of 61 in the first inning and an alarming 2 in the second, scoring only one run. Key players George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have underperformed, contributing to the team's slow starts. Manager John Schneider has not established a consistent lineup, complicating efforts to improve. The team's preparation has also been lacking compared to last season, affecting their ability to execute effective game plans.
"The Blue Jays have recorded a 61 wRC+ while striking out 29.4% of the time in the first inning this year. The number drops to an impossibly bad wRC+ of 2 in the second inning, a frame in which they have scored just one run all season."
"George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. haven't been doing damage. The former had a .959 OPS last year, while the latter is a generational talent who needs no introduction. They've combined for just three home runs this far."
"More broadly, though, the Blue Jays' preparation is a little off right now. They succeeded on the strength of their preparation last season, frequently coming into games with rock-solid plans to grind out opposing starting pitchers."
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