The 2024 season is essentially a lost cause for the Toronto Blue Jays. After two consecutive years in the postseason, Toronto is out of contention this season.
The Jays are 57-66, which puts them in last place in the American League East and 11 games out of the Wild Card race.
However, they could try to return to contention shortly. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Toronto is looking to extend the contract of one of its key stars.
“First baseman Vladimir Guerrero is also a free agent after the 2025 season, but the Blue Jays will try to sign him before he becomes a free agent.”
The Blue Jays would be wise to try to keep Guerrero if they want to compete in 2025 and beyond.
Guerrero is the centerpiece of the ballclub and one of the best hitters in Major League Baseball. The 25-year-old has hit 25 home runs and scored 80 runs this season while posting a .319 batting average and .941 OPS.
He will likely command a high price if and when he becomes a free agent, so it would be smart for the Blue Jays to take the opportunity to keep him long-term and at a good price.
It will be interesting to see how the team approaches the offseason and what they will do to keep Guerrero.
The 25-year-old hitter is a four-time All-Star and former Silver Slugger.
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