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Lucrative contracts get etched in the history of baseball, and so do the players. Then obviously, it’s not logical to expect Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to let the news sink in so soon. The 26-year-old Blue Jays star might have put pen to paper, but his latest social media reaction suggests he’s still processing the magnitude of the moment.
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It seems, even after securing a $500 million extension deal, the real excitement is only beginning for Guerrero. While fans are just happy and cheering, Guerrero Jr. is out here posting pics with only 3 words that are going to resonate loudly.
In a recent Instagram post, Guerrero Jr. put out a message to all his fans. “Here to Stay” – a pic of him sitting in the stands. This was a historic deal that Vladdy signed with the Blue Jays and became one of the three players to sign a big-money deal with 7+ years on the contract.
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Guerrero Jr. has always talked about how he wanted to stay with the Toronto Blue Jays and how connected he is to the city. And his attachment to the fans could be seen by their reactions when his contract extension was being halted multiple times. They were not happy with the management and wanted them to sign Guerrero Jr. for whatever price he asks.
Turns out, the fans weren’t just emotional—they were right. The Blue Jays finally put their money where their future is, and Guerrero Jr. responded with a mic-drop: “Here to Stay.” It’s not just a caption—it’s a commitment, a brand, maybe even a prophecy. And while $500 million might buy a lot of things, for Toronto, it bought something priceless: Peace of mind and a superstar with unfinished business.
Shapiro praises Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s joy and leadership, but says elite status still awaits
Mark Shapiro’s latest remarks on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. suggest that while the Blue Jays’ superstar is a force to be reckoned with, he’s not yet on the Mount Rushmore of baseball. Sure, Guerrero can light up a stadium with his energy and rattle the scoreboard like only a few, but according to Shapiro, becoming a legend takes more than flash and flair.
Stay tuned; the journey to greatness is still unfolding.
We all know that Vladimir Jr. is a generational talent, but Shapiro thinks Guerrero Jr. needs to do more. During a recent interview, he talked about the contract extension and shared his happiness. That is when he mentioned, “Yeah, I didn’t say he wasn’t. I said that he wasn’t at that moment. I said he’s on his way, and I think that’s true today.”
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might not be the best yet, but he surely will be on top by the time he hangs up his boots. Shapiro also says that since the 2021 breakout season, Guerrero Jr. has shown why he is a top guy in the sport. He says the challenge for Vladdy is going to be performing at the top level for a long time, but he hopes that Junior can do it.
The pressure is on, and the clock is ticking. Guerrero Jr. might be well on his way to joining the ranks of baseball’s elite, but Shapiro’s remarks serve as a timely reminder that greatness isn’t granted—it’s earned, day in and day out. As the Blue Jays’ cornerstone, the real challenge lies in the long haul.
But let’s be real: If anyone’s up for the task, it’s a player with the charisma and skill to make even the hardest critics rethink their doubts.
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