Maple Leafs' tribute to Blue Jays' Guerrero Jr. sparks major controversy

On a night that will be hard to forget at Fenway Park in Boston, something special happened that took the spotlight away from the Blue Jays' 7-3 win over the Red Sox. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the star of the show, didn't just deliver on the field, but he also created a moment off it that had everyone talking.

After the game, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., known for his big hits, made a fun little trade with a fan that warmed hearts. In exchange for an autographed baseball, the fan handed over a Toronto Maple Leafs hat, which was a swap that quickly blew up on social media.

Later, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shared his excitement online, proudly wearing the Leafs hat and joking that he now had his eyes on a custom hockey jersey. His teammate George Springer got one from the team during a fan giveaway last month, and Guerrero Jr. seemed eager to join in on the fun.

Fans on social media had a blast with the whole thing, but not when the Toronto Maple Leafs joined in on the joke. They posted a picture of Darryl Sittler's legendary jersey number 27, but with Guerrero Jr.'s name on it. While some fans got a kick out of it, others weren't as thrilled with the crossover between the two sports and appeared to be really angered by the fact that the jersey lies high up in the rafters at Scotiabank Arena, so it should not have been used in this way.

Even with the mixed reactions, this lighthearted exchange remains one of the season's standout moments. It's a perfect example of the unexpected and fun connections that sports can create, reminding us all why we love watching and being part of these moments.

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