Guerrero Jr. Rejects Blue Jays' $500M Offer

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has turned down a $500 million contract offer from the Toronto Blue Jays, as the significant deferrals reduced the present value to between $400 million and $450 million. Guerrero seeks a deal with a present value of $500 million, making it the second-largest in MLB history. The contract negotiations broke down before the start of spring training, following Guerrero's self-imposed deadline to finalize any extension. With Guerrero becoming a free agent at the end of the 2025 season, several teams, including the Yankees, Mets, and Red Sox, are expected to pursue him. Despite the breakdown in talks, Guerrero remains focused on the upcoming season, aiming to boost his market value through strong performance.