TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips joins First Up to break down the Blue Jays reportedly extending Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a 14-year, $500M extension. Phillips shares his thoughts on why the Blue Jays hand was somewhat forced into signing this deal, how Guerrero Jr.’s journey signing as a 16-year old led to this moment, what the signing means for the future of the Blue Jays in both the short and long term, and more.

Join Toronto's top new pair in the mornings on First Up with Korolnek and Colaiacovo, weekdays from 6-10am.

Born and bred in the city, former Maple Leaf Carlo Colaiacovo, who with his 14 years experience in the NHL, brings you inside the locker room like very few can.

<p dir="ltr" data-test-bidi="">Join Toronto's top new pair in the mornings on First Up with Korolnek and Colaiacovo, weekdays from 6-10am.</p>
<p dir="ltr" data-test-bidi="">Born and bred in the city, former Maple Leaf Carlo Colaiacovo, who with his 14 years experience in the NHL, brings you inside the locker room like very few can.</p>