Guerrero’s extension is great for the Jays and top free agents – and will no doubt heighten labor tensions
I know what you’re thinking: $500 million for a first baseman? Without him even going to free agency? Insane. No argument, but the Toronto Bridesmaids – er, Blue Jays – didn’t have much of a choice with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The loss of Guerrero – a native Canadian, homegrown talent and franchise pillar – would have devastated the Jays. Now, at least, the team can build around Guerrero, whether under this front office or another, and Toronto fans can rejoice over the one who did not get away. Get ready for a slew of anonymous quotes from rival executives criticizing the Blue Jays...
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I know what you’re thinking: $500 million for a first baseman? Without him even going to free agency? Insane.
No argument, but the Toronto Bridesmaids – er, Blue Jays – didn’t have much of a choice with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
The loss of Guerrero – a native Canadian, homegrown talent and franchise pillar – would have devastated the Jays. Now, at least, the team can build around Guerrero, whether under this front office or another, and Toronto fans can rejoice over the one who did not get away.
Get ready for a slew of anonymous quotes from rival executives criticizing the Blue Jays...
