Here's the thing about athlete haircuts: they look great on athletes. They've got trainers, stylists, and unlimited time to maintain their look. You've got a bathroom mirror and ten minutes before work.
But some Blue Jays cuts actually translate well to regular life. Others require professional athlete genetics, a full-time stylist, and hair that defies the laws of physics.
Let's break down what's actually doable and what you should skip.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: The Clean Fade
Vlad keeps it simple and sharp—a clean low to mid fade with short length on top. Nothing fancy, just executed really well.
Why it works for him: Professional, clean, doesn't require much maintenance between cuts. Looks good under a cap, which matters when you're wearing one half the time.
Can you pull it off? Absolutely. This is one of the most practical athlete cuts out there. It works for almost any face shape and hair type.
What you need: Regular barber visits every 2-3 weeks to keep the fade fresh. Fades grow out fast, and a grown-out fade looks sloppy.
Styling at home: Minimal. Maybe a bit of light pomade or nothing at all. This cut looks good naturally, which is the whole point.
Best for: Guys who want to look put-together without thinking about their hair every morning. Works great for professional settings.
This is the "I have my life together" haircut. Safe choice that always looks good.
Kevin Kiermaier: Low Skin Fade with a Textured Crop Top
Kiermaier goes traditional—short all around, clean and simple. Nothing trendy, just a solid cut.
Why it works for him: Zero maintenance. Looks the same whether he just woke up or finished a game. Always appropriate.
Can you pull it off? If you can grow hair, you can pull this off. It's the most universal cut there is.
What you need: Haircuts every 3-4 weeks. That's it. Maybe some light product if you want, but it's optional.
Styling at home: Literally none required. This cut is designed to look good without styling.
Best for: Guys who want the easiest possible grooming routine. Also great if you wear hats a lot or have an active lifestyle.
This is the "I don't think about my hair" haircut, which is exactly what some guys want.
George Springer: The Textured Crop
Springer keeps his hair short with texture on top—enough length to have some style but not so much that it's a hassle.
Why it works for him: Professional but not boring. Has personality without being high-maintenance. Looks intentional.
Can you pull it off? Yeah, this works for most guys. It's versatile and forgiving.
What you need: A barber who knows how to add texture without making it look choppy. The cut does most of the work here.
Styling at home: Quick and easy. Small amount of matte wax or clay, work it through with your fingers, done. Takes two minutes.
Best for: Guys who want their hair to look styled but don't want to spend forever on it. Works in casual and professional settings.
This is the sweet spot between effort and results. You look like you care without actually caring that much.
Daulton Varsho: The Tight Fade with Design
Varsho often rocks a tight fade with clean lines, sometimes with subtle designs or patterns cut in.
Why it works for him: Bold, shows personality, looks sharp and intentional. Makes a statement.
Can you pull it off? Depends on your workplace and personal style. The fade itself is doable, but the designs might not work in conservative environments.
What you need: A barber who's skilled with a razor and can do clean line work. These cuts need maintenance every 1-2 weeks to stay sharp.
Styling at home: The cut is the style. You don't need to do much because the fade and lines do all the work.
Best for: Guys in creative or casual work environments who want their haircut to stand out. Not ideal if you work in finance or law.
This cut makes a statement. Make sure that's a statement you actually want to make.
What Actually Matters More Than Copying a Player's Cut
Here's the reality: the specific cut matters way less than getting something that works for your face shape, hair type, and lifestyle.
Face shape beats everything. A cut that looks great on Bo's face might look terrible on yours. Your barber should be cutting for your face, not copying someone else's.
Your hair texture is different. Athletes often have thick, healthy hair because they have personal trainers and nutritionists. Your hair might not do what theirs does.
Maintenance is the real issue. That fresh fade looks amazing on Monday. By Friday it's grown out. Can you commit to weekly or bi-weekly cuts? If not, pick a more forgiving style.
Your lifestyle matters. If you wear a hard hat for work, Bo's flow isn't practical. If you're in a suit every day, designs might not work. Pick what fits your actual life.
Professional styling vs. home styling. These guys have people doing their hair. You have a bathroom mirror and five minutes. Choose accordingly.
The Smart Approach
Instead of saying "give me the Bo Bichette," try this:
Look at what you like about that player's cut. Is it the length? The fade? The texture? The overall vibe?
Bring photos to your barber and say "I like this style, but what would work for my face and hair?"
Let your barber adapt it to you. They know your hair and what's realistic.
Be honest about how much time you'll actually spend styling it. If the answer is "basically none," don't get a high-maintenance cut.
The best haircut isn't the one that looks coolest on a Blue Jays player. It's the one that makes you look good with the amount of effort you're actually willing to put in.
The Toronto Sports Hair Reality
Athletes look good because looking good is literally part of their job. They have time, money, and professionals helping them.
You probably don't have a personal stylist on call. That's fine. Get a cut that works for your real life, not their Instagram life.
Some of these styles translate well to regular guys. Others are best left to people who get paid millions to play baseball.
Pick the one that fits your actual situation, not the one that looks coolest on TV.
Want a cut inspired by the Blue Jays but adapted to actually work for your face and lifestyle? Book your next haircut at Jded Barbershops and we'll give you something that looks sharp without requiring a professional styling team.
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