Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was forced to leave Monday night's game in the fifth inning with what the club described as left hamstring tightness.

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Amid this epic duel, news of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. being pulled from the game in the fifth inning did send some shockwaves.

It was revealed Vlad Jr. was dealing with left hamstring tightness.

Through five innings, it was a

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