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Blue Jays Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Pays Tribute To Kobe & Gianna Bryant With Customized Cleats

More than a year and a half after his tragic death, athletes all over the world have continued to honor the legacy of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.

When the Toronto Blue Jays began a four-game series with the L.A. Angels at Angel Stadium on Tuesday, All-Star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. donned a pair of customized cleats that pay tribute to Bryant and his daughter Gianna.

The kicks were designed by New Jersey-based artist Mike Jordan and include portraits of Kobe and Gianna as well as their Nos. 2, 8 and 24:

Vlad Jr is paying tribute to Kobe and Gianna this week with two pairs of customized @jumpman23 cleats.