Toronto has never been quiet when Vladimir Guerrero Jr. appears, but this morning, the city really shook. In an announcement broadcast from Rogers Centre, the Toronto Blue Jays officially confirmed: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has signed an iconic long-term contract, keeping him with the team “permanently” – or at least for the rest of his career.
A deal described as “the most expensive in Blue Jays franchise history,” far surpassing anything fans could have imagined. While the team has not revealed details, insiders say the 12-year contract, worth more than $400 million, makes Guerrero Jr. the central face of a new era in Toronto.
“I was born to wear this jersey,” Guerrero said, tears welling in his eyes as he signed the contract. “Toronto is not just a place where I play ball — it’s my home.”
This was more than just a signing — it was a declaration of rebirth for a team that had been struggling through seasons of uncertainty. As stars departed, as expectations faded, the Blue Jays always had a burning flame in the corner: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who carried the pride of family legend and the desire to build his own empire.
In 2025, Guerrero Jr. batted .292 with 23 home runs and 84 RBI, leading the team in WAR and OPS+. But more than the numbers, what set him apart was the energy, joy, and indomitable spirit he brought to the plate.
“He’s not just a good hitter — he makes people want to believe,” said manager John Schneider. “He is the heartbeat of this team.”
According to multiple sources, the new contract comes with a special clause: Guerrero Jr. will serve as a Blue Jays global ambassador and advisor after his retirement, ensuring his image is permanently associated with Toronto. With this move, the Blue Jays leadership is sending a clear message: the team is no longer rebuilding – they are building an era.
The Canadian fan community immediately turned the signing day into a holiday. Outside Rogers Centre, thousands of fans carried banners reading “Forever Blue Jay” and “Vladdy for Life.” A video circulating on social media showed a boy wearing No. 27 holding a sign that read: “You’ll never leave us again, Vladdy!” — a moment that moved the entire city.
Guerrero Jr., son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr., once carried the burden of a legendary name on his shoulders. But now, he has officially written his own chapter of history – no longer just someone’s son, but a living legend of the Toronto Blue Jays.
At the press conference, when asked what made him decide to stay with Toronto for life, Guerrero just smiled:
“I used to dream of being here. Now, I just want to dream with Toronto forever.”
There is no doubt – with this contract, the Toronto Blue Jays have locked the hearts of fans into the future.
And there, in the sea of people wearing blue, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. stepped out with his familiar smile – the smile of a man who not only signed a contract, but was also forever identified as the soul of the entire city.
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