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The extension granted Guerrero Jr. an annual average value (AAV) of just under $36 million, which raises questions about Alonso's impending market value, particularly considering he is at a different stage in his career. As of now, Alonso is playing on a one-year, $30 million contract with an opt-out option. If Alonso opts out, he could be looking for a deal that matches or surpasses Guerrero’s AAV.
However, fans must consider Alonso's performance metrics compared to Guerrero's. Guerrero has demonstrated higher peaks, including a 6.3 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) season in 2021 and an impressive stat line from the past year, including 30 home runs and a .323 batting average. Alonso, by contrast, has yet to surpass a 4.0 WAR season, reaching a 4.7 WAR during his rookie year.