WAR isn't really a good metric for determining contract value. As we've seen with the Ohtani and Soto contracts it's more about marketing star players, selling jerseys, and creating hype. Which is what the Jays desperately need. So the market is now saying something totally different than what the stats are. Hell, both Ohtani and Soto will likely be fulltime DH's sooner rather than later. Which could be the case for Vlad in the coming years. Which will greatly affect WAR.
I dont get the argument about Vlad's body build and weight. The dude is looking as trim as his body type likely dictates. He's been dedicated to training and having a healthier diet. His dad wasn't exactly an Adonis type and he sure had a great career. There have been lots of thicker players picking and playing well into their late 30's and beyond at 1b. Dude just has a big dumper.
Last edited by flamingred89; 02-18-2025 at 12:18 PM.
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