Vladimir Guerrero Jr. defends contract comments amid criticism from fans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:09 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. addressed backlash regarding his recent remarks on his $500 million contract. After the Toronto Blue Jays were eliminated from playoff contention, a viral interview sparked debate among fans. Guerrero clarified that he feels he should be paid for past achievements, not just current performance, and emphasized his commitment to improvement. He remains unapologetic, stating he is misinterpreted by some. Guerrero, a six-time All-Star, will prepare for the offseason as the Blue Jays look to rebound next year.
- •Guerrero went viral for comments on his contract amid playoff elimination.
- •He stated he feels players are compensated for past achievements.
- •Guerrero is committed to improving and preparing for the offseason.
- •His remarks have drawn mixed reactions from the MLB fanbase.
- •The Blue Jays aim to rebound after missing the playoffs.
- 6:09 AMYahoo Sports — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doesn’t regret comments, says ‘some fans don’t understand’
"Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went viral for all the wrong reasons on Wednesday, and he has already addressed the topic.
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