Toronto Blue Jays fans eagerly await Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to sign a long-term deal with the team. The management is trying their best to retain the slugger, but they must be ready to match his demands. Guerrero reportedly wants a long-term deal close to $450 million. The first baseman has given the team a deadline just before spring training.

If the Blue Jays fail to give him what he wants, they are likely to lose Guerrero to free agency. The All-Star will hit the free-agent market after the 2025 season, and a number of teams will be ready to take him in.

It’s up to Ross Atkins and his team to retain their fan favorite. While talks are going on between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays, Zach Presnell of Fansided thinks the Detroit Tigers make sense for the slugger.

If the Tigers sign Guerrero, he could be the team’s next Miguel Cabrera. Presnell makes sense since Guerrero will undoubtedly help the Tigers make the playoffs. However, they will only stand a chance if the Blue Jays fail and Vladdy is ready to go to the “Motor City.”

Ross Atkins’ Ready To Pursue Bo Bichette Despite Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Hurdles

Along with Vladdy, Bo Bichette will also become a free agent. The Blue Jays have to pick between two sluggers, and Ross Atkins has expressed interest in retaining Bichette. Blue Jays fans will be unhappy if they let go of Guerrero.

Toronto will also lose their chances of making the playoffs if they do so. Atkins said that Bichette has a massive impact on the team, and they are ready to talk further.

The Blue Jays must act soon, especially since Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is ready to move on. The Tigers might not be a bad idea after all, as Guerrero will be a perfect fit. Detroit will boost their chances of being a playoff team. If Guerrero sees a winning future with the Tigers, he might just be on his way. Yet, there is plenty of hope as many believe the Blue Jays will arrive at a conclusion soon.

“Fire The Entire Front Office” – Blue Jays Fans Disheartened As Vladimir Guerrero Jr. And The Franchise Fail To Reach Extension

It’s a sad day for Blue Jays fans as their superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might leave Toronto for good. Guerrero gave the franchise a deadline to match his needs for a possible extension. The franchise offered him $340 million, almost $100 million short of Vladdy’s demands.

After being a Blue Jay for his entire career, the All-Star is ready to test the free-agent waters after the 2025 season. Blue Jays fans love Guerrero and are disheartened with the team for failing to reach a contract extension.

Toronto had time to strike a deal, but the team has refrained from going all out and throwing in that extra $100 million. MLB insider Jeff Passan was one of the first to report the news on the latest update. Fans took to social media to express their frustration as Vladimir Guerrero will be dearly missed. Here’s a look at some fan reactions from X.

“Fire the entire front office for the Blue Jays,” wrote one fan.

“He’s gone!” one fan replied.

“Toronto should’ve extended him. He’s gonna have a great year. He might be the number one free agent,” one fan chimed in.

“He wants to go to a contender, not a pretender,” responded one fan.

“We kept hearing how much the Blue Jays got. How they were willing to throw $700mil at Ohtani and Soto, and yet here we are. They cant even throw money at their own guy. Whole organization is fraudulent,” one fan wrote.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Says He Gave The Blue Jays His Numbers

Guerrero was unhappy with the Blue Jays’ proposal. The slugger mentioned that he gave the team his numbers, but they have not moved forward. Guerrero’s recent video shows he’s ready to move on from the Blue Jays.

“We did not get to an agreement today. They have their numbers, I have my numbers, but you know it’s just business. I always say things happen, but we are all good,” Guerrero said.

Ross Atkins said he’s trying his best to retain Guerrero but has shifted his focus to Bo Bichette. Missing out on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will be a hard blow for the team. Rumors are already speculating around the slugger even before the season has started.