Blue Jays Prepare New $550-600M Offer for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
As contract talks stall, Guerrero remains open to discussions but will not negotiate further during the 2025 season.
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is seeking a contract valued between $500-700 million, depending on his 2025 performance, with the Blue Jays reportedly preparing a new offer in the $550-600 million range over 14-15 years.
- Blue Jays President Mark Shapiro expressed optimism about reaching a long-term extension, emphasizing alignment on keeping Guerrero as a 'legacy player' in Toronto.
- Guerrero has stated his desire to remain with the Blue Jays but has left the door open to exploring free agency, including interest from teams like the Yankees.
- If the Blue Jays fall out of postseason contention, speculation suggests they may consider trading Guerrero before the deadline to avoid losing him in free agency.
- Guerrero's performance in the 2025 season, potentially reaching MVP-caliber levels, could significantly impact his market value and contract negotiations.