Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Secures Record $19.9M in Salary Arbitration

The arbitration win marks a historic moment in MLB salary negotiations, setting a new high for future cases.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wins a record $19.9 million in salary arbitration, the highest ever awarded in MLB history.
The Toronto Blue Jays had offered Guerrero $18.05 million, but the arbitration panel sided with Guerrero's request.
Guerrero, a three-time All-Star and son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero, has shown significant performance with the Blue Jays, including leading the majors with 48 home runs in 2021.
The arbitration win sets a new benchmark for future salary negotiations in MLB, surpassing the previous record held by Teoscar Hernandez.
Guerrero is eligible for free agency after the 2025 season, adding importance to his record arbitration win.