Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Speaks His Side On Contract Talks
In an interview with ESPN’s Enrique Rojas and Ernesto Jerez, Guerrero acknowledged both sides held firm on their valuations. “They had their numbers, I had my numbers,” he said. “I lowered the salary demands a bit, but I also lowered the number of years.”
Despite his willingness to commit long-term, the two sides were unable to reach an agreement before his self-imposed deadline.
Toronto first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. told @Enrique_Rojas1 and @EJerezESPN that he proposed a contract to the Blue Jays for 15 years and less than $600 million. More from Vlad Jr., free and unlocked at ESPN: https://t.co/TBqhK8Rjyz
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) March 7, 2025
Now entering his final year of team control, Guerrero remains open to re-signing with Toronto but will also consider offers from all teams, including the New York Yankees—a team he previously ruled out.
With free agency approaching, his focus remains on his performance rather than the uncertainty surrounding his future. “Just because we couldn’t reach an agreement, I’m not going to change the way I work. I have to keep working,” he said.
Guerrero is coming off a strong 2024 season, batting .323 with 30 home runs, 103 RBIs, and a .940 OPS. His momentum has continued into spring training, where he has posted a 1.121 OPS through his first games.
Passan: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. proposed a 15-year, less-than-$600M contract extension with the Blue Jays.
— Underdog MLB (@Underdog__MLB) March 7, 2025
The Blue Jays now face a difficult decision. If they don’t revisit negotiations during the season, they risk losing their franchise cornerstone without a return.
A midseason trade is unlikely if the team is contending, but if the front office isn’t confident in re-signing him, moving him before the deadline could become a real consideration.
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