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Blue Jays Face $50M Divide in Guerrero Jr. Contract Talks

3/20/2025

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Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro remains hopeful about locking in star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for the long haul, even with a staggering $50 million divide in contract talks. Guerrero aims for a historic $500 million, while the team counters with an offer of $400 to $450 million. With free agency looming, the clock is ticking for a deal that could shape the franchise's future.

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Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro remains hopeful about locking in star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for the long haul, even with a staggering $50 million divide in contract talks. Guerrero aims for a historic $500 million, while the team counters with an offer of $400 to $450 million. With free agency looming, the clock is ticking for a deal that could shape the franchise's future.