Blue Jays fans won't want to hear Vladmir Guerrero Jr.'s take on massive contract
Here's what Guerrero had to say about his contract.
Blue Jays fans are not likely to take kindly to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s perspective on his massive contract, following a disappointing 2026 season. The Toronto Blue Jays star first baseman led the team to the World Series in 2025 but has struggled this year, with just nine home runs and a .695 OPS over 140 games. This marks significant career lows for a player who hit 23 home runs with an .848 OPS last year.
The timing of his season is particularly concerning given that it is his first year under a 14-year, $500 million contract signed in March 2025. Some fans are concerned that the deal may age poorly based on this year's production, but Guerrero is not worried. In an interview with Telemicro News, Guerrero defended his contract, stating that it was based on his past performance and not what he will do in the future.
He acknowledged that fan support is often conditional, but his best fans will always support him, regardless of his performance. Guerrero expressed that he understands why some fans are unhappy with his recent output but remains committed to the team. The 2024 season, before the contract was signed, saw Guerrero hit 30 home runs with a .940 OPS, which was the second-highest mark of his career.
At 26 years old, the Blue Jays believed they were securing the best years of Guerrero's career. However, he will now need to prove to the Blue Jays fanbase that he can return to better levels of performance in the upcoming MLB season.
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