Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Stands By Controversial Contract Comments

No Regrets Over Massive Contract Comments

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is not backing down from recent comments about his massive contract. After signing a 14 year, 500 million dollar extension in April 2025, Guerrero has faced criticism from fans for his performance this season.

In a recent interview with reporter Veronica Batista, Guerrero explained his view on his contract. He said that the money was for his past achievements rather than his future performance. The comments sparked backlash among the fan base.

"I want people to understand one thing. The money they gave me wasn't for what I'm going to do. It was for what I already did," Guerrero said during the interview. He added that the team did not pay him to hit 40 home runs every year, but rather for what he had already accomplished.

Struggles on the Field and Fan Reactions

Guerrero also spoke about how fans react when a player struggles. He noted that supporters are fully behind a player when things go well, but that support drops when performance slips. He said his real fans are the ones who stay with him.

On Wednesday afternoon, the Blue Jays were officially eliminated from playoff contention. Following the game, Guerrero was asked if he regretted his comments. Speaking through an interpreter, he stood by his words. He said he does not regret what he said because he is not lying, even if some fans did not understand his point.

This has been one of the worst seasons of Guerrero's career at the plate. Entering Wednesday, he was batting .263 with just nine home runs and 56 RBIs through 140 games.

What it means for the next game

Cincinnati Reds at Toronto Blue Jays (MLB, Fri, 25 Sep): Toronto Blue Jays win 68%, Cincinnati Reds win 32%; projected score Toronto Blue Jays 6, Cincinnati Reds 4. Our safest pick: Blue Jays +0.5.