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Carter, a co-host of the Locked On Blue Jays podcast, expressed a sentiment shared by numerous fans – that a failure to lock up Guerrero would likely initiate a painful rebuilding phase for the franchise. As Guerrero is recognized as a cornerstone player, his departure could significantly weaken the team's competitive stature in a division already populated by other powerhouse teams such as the New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles.
For the immediate upcoming seasons, while the Blue Jays might not immediately enter a rebuilding mode, losing Guerrero could shift the focus of the franchise's long-term strategy. It brings into question how they might allocate resources and whether they can supplement their roster with enough talent to remain competitive if their star player departs.