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Blue Jays Secure Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with Record $500M Extension

The 14-year deal, confirmed on April 9, 2025, includes a historic $325 million signing bonus and cements Guerrero as the face of the franchise through 2039.

Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) smiles after being tagged at second base by New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) during the eighth inning of a baseball game on April 4, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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Overview

  • The Toronto Blue Jays have finalized a 14-year, $500 million contract extension with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the largest in team history and third-largest in MLB history.
  • The deal features a record-breaking $325 million signing bonus, structured to protect Guerrero against potential work stoppages and maximize financial benefits.
  • Guerrero, a four-time All-Star, emphasized his deep connection to Toronto, calling the organization his family and declaring, 'I’m not leaving.'
  • The extension signals a strategic shift for the Blue Jays, focusing on building a competitive roster around Guerrero with potential long-term deals for key players like José Berríos.
  • Toronto's management faces challenges in balancing payroll flexibility while addressing roster needs, particularly in the starting rotation and infield, to remain competitive.