Will Blue Jays ownership get involved in the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. extension talks?
Could Edward Rogers be getting involved in the ongoing extension talks with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? According to TSN's Scott Mitchell, Rogers wants Vladdy to stay.
Ownership's involvement in player signings is always a tricky situation.
For smaller moves and deals, the front office and General Manager typically handle the legwork.
However, we've seen ownership step into the fray with marquee free agents like Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto.
Late Yankees owner George Steinbrenner was well known for making his preferences known.
The Blue Jays are unique in that they are owned by a corporation rather than an individual or group.
With a company like Rogers Communications, the financials become more complex, as there are other aspects of the business to consider. Still, it's reassuring to know that chairman
Ed Rogers-the son of company founder Ted Rogers-has stated that he wants Vladdy to stay.
That should carry some weight.
There have been mixed reports about how many offers the Blue Jays have made to Guerrero, although it's been reported that the sides have re-established communication and extension talks have resumed.
Recently, former MLB All-Star turned insider Carlos Baerga predicted that Vladdy would sign a $450 million contract prior to the February 18th deadline.
Extended contract negotiations aren't unusual, but the Blue Jays are in unprecedented territory with Vladdy, their homegrown superstar.
It wouldn't be surprising if Rogers, mindful of their public image and fully aware of what Vladdy means to the city, wanted to get more involved.
The cutoff date for talks is just three weeks away.
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