Toronto Blue Jays supporters have been feeling quite impatient for good reason. As the talks of a lucrative contract deal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr circulated widely in the air without any concrete action from the team, skepticism has grown. And crucially, all this is coming after a lackluster offseason that has left them yearning for more proactive moves from their beloved team and star player.

Toronto’s front office has not exactly earned the benefit of the doubt. This winter, the Jays swung and missed on Juan Soto, Shohei Ohtani, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, leaving the roster without a marquee addition. Signing Anthony Santander was a solid move, but it didn’t move the needle enough to restore faith. Now, after months of uncertainty about Guerrero’s future, fans have every reason to be skeptical.

It doesn’t help that Guerrero’s performance has been up and down since his impressive 2021 season which saw him become the MVP runner-up after batting .311 with 48 home runs. While he remains a force to be reckoned with at the plate, his stats fluctuate and his power seems to be waning leading some to wonder if he merits a contract to those of Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts. But now, there might just be something for Jays fans to latch their hearts onto, however begrudgingly.

According to Hector Gomez’s recent reports, “the Blue Jays are preparing an offer in the range of 14-15 years and $550-600 million.” On paper, that sounds like a massive commitment, but fans aren’t celebrating just yet. Many wonder: Why did it take this long? And will Guerrero even accept?

Front office hesitancy has been a recurring theme. The same uncertainty hangs over Bo Bichette’s future, yet no progress has been made on his contract either. Fans are left wondering whether the Jays are truly committed to building around their young core—or if ownership is simply too hesitant to pull the trigger. A deal of this magnitude could be a defining moment for the franchise – and one that it deserves.

If the Blue Jays finalize the contract, they’ll be making a clear statement: Guerrero is our guy. But until pen meets paper, skepticism will remain. Fans have waited long enough. Now, it’s time for action.

Blue Jays fans call for transparency in plans

Fans believe that while Hector’s reported contract figures for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. might not be entirely accurate, “Hector might not have the exact numbers right,” discussions between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays are expected to continue beyond spring training, indicating that a deal is still being worked on. One user commented: “but I’m very confident that there will be more negotiations following the end of spring training on Sunday.”

It suggests that the source from MLB insider Hector Gomez reporting on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract negotiations is highly unreliable. It’s much like a broken clock, which is only right by coincidence rather than accuracy, as a user noted: “This guy’s as accurate as a broken clock.” They might have said this as Hector’s previous predictions were proven to be false, implying skepticism towards and lack of trust in the reported information.

There’s hope that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. accepts the reported contract offer, remains with the Blue Jays for the rest of his career, and becomes a legendary player. On fan expressed his vision: “I hope Vladdy takes it, is legendary the rest of the career, winning multiple world series with the legendary dynasty that becomes the late 20s, early 30s Jays.” They see the team evolving into a dominant dynasty in the late 2020s and the early 2030s, possibly winning multiple World Series titles. However, the repeated “RIGHT?!?!!” suggests uncertainty and a mix of excitement and anxiety about whether this dream scenario will actually come true.

One commenter was curious to see how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s free agency would play out rather than locking him into a long-term deal now, saying: “No, I want to see what his free agency looks like for curiosity sake.” They also worry further: “If we overpay him and he struggles, then a lot of this fanbase will be insufferable.” And if that happens any fans will react poorly, creating a frustrating and divisive atmosphere within the fanbase.

The fan is frustrated with the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract situation, comparing it to constant back-and-forth decisions like tariffs being imposed and removed. They said: “Vladdy in Vladdy out Tariffs on Tariffs off. Can 2025 just commit to something to give my heart a rest?” They want clarity and commitment—whether it’s extending Guerrero or preparing for his potential departure—so they can stop stressing about it in 2025.

One fan went a step further, suspecting that the entire frenzy over Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract situation wasn’t organic but a manufactured spectacle, designed to stir up reactions and fuel endless debate: “I’m of the opinion now that the entire outage was manufactured for content farming purposes.” They imply that media outlets or insiders may be deliberately stoking the fire to keep the engagement machine running, rather than reporting on actual developments.

In the end, while some dream of a long-term dynasty, others worry about overpaying or manufactured drama fueling speculation. Until a deal is finalized—or free agency arrives—the debate isn’t settling down. Do you think the Blue Jays are truly committed to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as their franchise cornerstone?