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The Toronto Blue Jays were unable to extend Vladimir Guerrero Jr., meaning he will hit free agency after the season. He will be highly coveted.

Below, I've laid out my preseason top 10 free-agent rankings for the upcoming winter. At the risk of stating the obvious: a lot can change in nine months -- in terms of which players make the cut; what trajectories they're on;

The four-time All-Star was unable to reach a deal with the Blue Jays by his self-imposed Monday night deadline. The post Red Sox reportedly among ‘early favorites’ in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sweepstakes after extension talks fizzle appeared first on Boston.

The Toronto Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. couldn't agree on a long-term extension. Could the Detroit Tigers swoop in as a possible trade destination?

The Toronto Blue Jays were unable to get a deal done with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. before his self-imposed deadline. He will enter free agency in 2026.

The Toronto Blue Jays can revisit the "takedown number" for extending their four-time All-Star before the New York Mets get a chance.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been vocal about his hate of the New York Yankees in the past. However, his sentiments have seemed to change.

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is prepared to enter MLB free agency after the 2025 World Series. With Toronto not coming close to offering to his desired contract extension ( via ESPN's Jeff Passan ), Guerrero has chosen to table negotiations and give all 30 teams the chance to pursue him as a free agent.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is set to hit free agency, and the Red Sox have been floated as his preferred destination. Would the Blue Jays star be a good fit for Boston?