Soon, Guerrero will share his thoughts on the significance of this moment for himself, his family, and the legacy he aims to create in Toronto.
First, let’s gather insights from those closest to him – his teammates who share the clubhouse and have witnessed his journey leading up to this point:
Bo Bichette (teammate since 2017 in Single-A Lansing):
“I had a feeling this was coming for the past few days and I’m really proud of him. I’m thrilled for him. This is what we work for. I know it means a lot to him to stay with this team long-term, and it’s significant for the organization as well. Seeing him achieve what he wanted is special for everyone in the clubhouse.”
George Springer, former holder of the largest contract in Blue Jays history:
“This is thrilling. It demonstrates the organization’s dedication to him as a player, as well as to the team, city, and country. It’s an exciting day for Blue Jays fans to have someone like Vladdy likely to spend his entire career here. I genuinely believe his name will one day be displayed in the stadium. The fact that he is just 26 is incredible. While I wouldn’t say he’s more mature, he is exceptionally mature for his age, both as a player and as a person. He’s a fantastic individual and a joy to be around. I’m really happy for him.”
Andrés Giménez, new teammate but longtime rival:
“This means a lot. It brings joy to everyone. This is special for me. We’ve known each other for a long time, doing tryouts together in 2015. Seeing this journey unfold over a decade is unbelievable. Playing alongside him is fantastic.”
Max Scherzer, 18-year MLB veteran:
“Wow. This is amazing. As a teammate, it’s fantastic, particularly for the organization. You’ve solidified your roster for the next 14 years. This brings clarity for the team about the direction moving forward. They wouldn’t sign him without the expectation of winning, which is great for Blue Jays fans. Ownership is committed to winning and investing in the players for that purpose.”
José Berríos, teammate since 2021:
“I’m thrilled. I know he is as well, but from the first day I arrived, I recognized his talent and personality. He’s exceptional and seems destined to play this game. His 14-year deal secures a future not just for him but also for his family and future generations. I’m really happy for him.”
Jeff Hoffman, the Blue Jays’ new closer:
“In the short time I’ve known him, his talent and character stood out immediately. The game rewards players like him, especially at a young age with such an immediate impact. He’s one of the faces of our franchise. This is great for him and his family.”
