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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Signs Record $500M Deal with Blue Jays

The 14-year extension cements Guerrero's future in Toronto and resets MLB contract benchmarks.

Apr 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Toronto Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shakes hands with Chairman of the board of directors of Rogers Communications Edward S. Rogers III during the press conference at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Apr 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs the contract during the press conference at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Apr 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Toronto Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Jr. gestures at the media during the press conference at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 6: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates hitting a home run during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field on April 6, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

Overview

  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has finalized a 14-year, $500 million contract extension with the Toronto Blue Jays, the largest deal in franchise history.
  • The contract includes a record-setting $325 million signing bonus, structured to provide financial security amid potential league work stoppages.
  • Guerrero, born in Montreal, emphasized his deep connection to Canada and declared his intention to remain a Blue Jay for life.
  • The deal positions the Blue Jays as serious contenders, with team leadership expressing confidence in building a championship-caliber roster.
  • Guerrero's extension is reshaping the MLB market, raising expectations for future contracts, including discussions around Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker.