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mlb15 days ago•43 min saved

Guerrero Jr. apologizes for contract remarks amid Blue Jays' final home series

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. issued a formal apology to fans and teammates for comments defending his $500 million contract as a reward for past achievements. The 27-year-old first baseman, who is finishing a career-worst season with the Blue Jays, acknowledged his remarks were poorly communicated after advice from his father. The incident occurred as the team faced elimination and a lukewarm reception from fans during their final home series against the Cincinnati Reds.

via thescore.com|

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sports17 days ago•1 min saved

Guerrero Jr. Defends $500M Contract Amid Blue Jays' Historic Collapse

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. defended his 14-year, $500 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, arguing it was based on past performance rather than future expectations. The 27-year-old first baseman is struggling with a .263 average and nine home runs, contributing to the team's near-elimination from the postseason. While Guerrero acknowledged fan frustration, analysts note that modern contracts are typically forward-looking investments, not rewards for past achievements.

via nypost.com|

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