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Vlad Jr. clarifies contract comments amid disappointing season
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. defends his $500m contract decision after a weak 2024 season.
In brief
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. defends his $500m contract decision after a weak 2024 season. Guerrero Jr. insists he was paid for past achievements, not future performance. Originally reported by Mlb.
Contract clarification
Guerrero Jr. explains he was paid for past contributions, not future performance.
“I want people to understand one thing. The money they gave me wasn’t for what I’m going to do. It was for what I already did.”
Fan backlash
Fans criticized his comments about being paid for past work rather than future potential.
“They gave you all that money and you’re out here doing nothing.”
Manager response
Manager John Schneider says Guerrero Jr. will work harder to improve his performance.
“He’s going to continue to work to have a better year than he did personally this year.”
Season context
Guerrero Jr. hit nine home runs with an OPS below .700 this season.
“He hit just nine home runs this season with an OPS hovering below .700.”
Contract details
Guerrero Jr. signed a 14-year, $500 million extension in 2023.
“I signed my contract at the beginning of last year.”
Historical context
Guerrero Jr. faced similar backlash during Spring Training negotiations in 2025.
“Last spring, a couple of interviews lingered for weeks before being posted.”
Future outlook
Manager believes Guerrero Jr. will improve with focused effort despite current struggles.
“He’s not chalking this one up to one of those years.”
The headline
Guerrero Jr. insists he was paid for past achievements, not future performance.
