The Toronto Blue Jays are being called one of the best franchises in the MLB in recent report
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The Toronto Blue Jays possess a phenomenal foundational piece to shape their future around.
Blue Jays kicked off the 2025 MLB season facing plenty of uncertainty about what lies ahead.
Blue Jays might have baseball's ultimate franchise cornerstone.
Kenneth Teape from Toronto Blue Jays On Si writes that the biggest question looming over the Blue Jays was undoubtedly the future of their own homegrown stars, first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and shortstop Bo Bichette, and where they might end up after the season.
"Both players were set to hit free agency, and based on their track record to this point, would be cashing in on lucrative long-term contracts. While Bichette's future is still up in the air, seemingly prepared to test the open market in a few months, Guerrero's future has been determined." -Teape
Securing Guerrero Jr. on a long-term deal should strengthen the Blue Jays' appeal to potential free agents, as they'll see a proven star already committed to the team's future.
"Already a four-time All-Star and only 26 years old, there are plenty more productive seasons on the horizon for the talented slugger." -Teape
Given his contract and overall value, Kerry Miller of bleacher Report had little trouble placing him high on the top franchise cornerstones.
"Guerrero was placed at No. 6, behind only Juan Soto of the New York Mets, Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals, Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees." -Teape
While he hasn't quite matched his peak production so far in 2025, the power hitter is still delivering with a 278/.380/.421 slash line, an OPS+ of 125, eight home runs, and 12 doubles, numbers strong enough to keep Guerrero Jr. in the conversation for a fifth All-Star nod.
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