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

The 14-year contract, starting in 2026, includes a $325M signing bonus and cements Guerrero's future in Toronto.

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)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 04: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays is introduced before the home opener for the New York Mets at Citi Field on April 04, 2025 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. The New York Mets defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 5-0.
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Overview

  • The Toronto Blue Jays have finalized a 14-year, $500 million contract extension with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the largest deal in franchise history.
  • The contract includes a record $325 million signing bonus, offering financial security against potential work stoppages and tax advantages due to Guerrero's Florida residency.
  • Guerrero, a four-time All-Star, emphasized his loyalty to Toronto, describing the team and city as his family and expressing his desire to stay long-term.
  • The deal features front-loaded salaries, performance incentives, and a full no-trade clause, reflecting a strategic approach to securing Guerrero's commitment.
  • This milestone agreement solidifies Guerrero as the cornerstone of the Blue Jays' future, showcasing the organization's focus on building around homegrown talent.