MLB insider makes feelings known on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s rumored $450,000,000 demand - Source: Imagn
Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. said in December that his contract extension negotiations haven't reached a conclusion and that the Blue Jays have until the Spring Training deadline to make something happen.
On Wednesday, a report from USA Today's Bob Nightengale got everyone talking. According to him, Guerrero Jr. is asking for a $450 contract from the Blue Jays.
Talking about Vladimir Guerroro Jr., MLB Insider Robert Murray said the Juan Soto deal, reportedly worth over $700 million, has set a new benchmark, making Guerrero’s rumored $450 million ask seem plausible.
"Now, with Juan Soto getting well over $700 million, it’s increased the price for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. I don’t know if the $450 million number is right, but ever since the Soto deal got done, my assumption is Vlad will be seeking something around $400–500 million, maybe more. It wouldn’t hurt to ask for the moon," Murray said (5:30 onwards) on "Baseball Insiders" podcast.
