The incident occurred right after the World Series, where Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had just finished a historic playoff run with a .397 batting average and spectacular performances, despite the Blue Jays losing in Game 7.
A far-right account on social media X (Twitter) suddenly posted a provocative status:
“Guerrero is not really Canadian. He is just a naturalized Dominican. Don’t make him a national symbol.”
Minutes later, Davis’s father, Steve Schneider — who had just become famous for his Meta-glasses video of his leadoff homer in Game 5 — responded mercilessly:
“He’s a real Canadian. Born in Montreal, loves this country, and fights for this flag. Stop spreading hate.”
Steve Schneider’s response went viral on social media. Within hours, thousands of fans — not just in Canada but around the world — shared the post with the hashtag #StandWithVladdy.
One comment, which garnered tens of thousands of likes, read:
“Steve just hit the biggest home run of the season — with the heart of a true father and fan.”
Many praised his actions as “a model of courage in a divisive age,” where social media is often a battleground for prejudice.
What made the incident even more remarkable was Guerrero Jr.’s unique background. – he was born in Montreal, when his father, the legendary Vladimir Guerrero Sr., was playing for the Montreal Expos. Guerrero Jr. grew up in the Dominican Republic, then returned to Canada to play professionally.
With dual citizenship, Guerrero Jr. has long been seen as a symbol of multicultural pride – a face that reflects the very spirit of the maple leaf country: unity in diversity.
Therefore, the offensive comment not only attacked a player, but also touched the hearts of millions of immigrant Canadians.
Immediately after his father’s rebuttal, Davis Schneider reshared the post with a fist emoji and the words:
“Together – always.”
His teammates, including Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, and Guerrero Jr. himself, expressed their support, turning the incident into a collective statement against hate.
A Blue Jays insider revealed:
“The locker room was full of energy. They felt like this wasn’t just about Vladdy – it was about all of us.”
In a world where fame and fortune often overshadow everything, Steve Schneider’s small gesture reminded people that sports is still a place of heart and respect.
Despite the attacks, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. remained silent, sharing only a smiling photo with the simple caption:
“I’m Canadian, and I’m proud of it.”
An answer, a spirit – and a message that transcends the boundaries of the ballpark:
Love for country and people is not about where you live, but how you respect each other.
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