During their recent homestand, the Toronto Blue Jays have made a significant change to their pre-game routine by ensuring that players stand together on the field for the national anthems. This shift, largely driven by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., aims to foster team unity, especially after a rough start to the season. Kevin Gausman noted that this gesture has kept players accountable and connected, contributing to a noticeable uptick in performance and morale.

Manager John Schneider emphasized the importance of this collective presence, which was initiated during a frustrating series against the Angels. The Blue Jays have since shown improved teamwork, winning seven of eleven games, highlighting the impact of small but meaningful changes in fostering a winning culture.