Part 2/9:
As the deadline for contract extensions passed, reports emerged suggesting that Guerrero Jr. might be playing his final season in Toronto. His seemingly no-nonsense statement following the last phone call, “I’m here, we didn’t get an agreement,” underscores the seriousness of the situation. Despite varying reports about the closeness of negotiations, it's clear Guerrero Jr. isn't convinced that the Blue Jays made a robust enough effort to secure his long-term commitment.