Blue Jays, Guerrero Jr. agree to $500M, 14-year extension

The Toronto Blue Jays have secured a landmark 14-year, $500 million contract extension with superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr., pending a physical. This deal, which includes no deferred money, is noted to be the second richest in MLB history, just behind Juan Soto's $765 million contract. Guerrero's average annual salary will be $35.7 million, and the contract features a no-trade clause, emphasizing the team's commitment to him as a franchise player. The agreement comes after a period of stalled negotiations and is seen as a pivotal move for the Blue Jays' future roster strategy. While this deal solidifies Guerrero's place in Toronto, it raises questions about the future of fellow star Bo Bichette, whose potential contract extension may be impacted by this financial commitment. Guerrero's current performance has been underwhelming, with no home runs so far this season, but his historical statistics suggest he remains a key player for the franchise.