"The number Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wants is $500 million," Rosenthal reported. "Not $500 million before deferrals, but $500 million in present value, according to sources briefed on the first baseman ’s contract negotiations with the Toronto Blue Jays."

Also: The Cubs hope Matt Shaw can be their answer at third base, and is it time for Trea Turner to follow in the footsteps of A-Rod and Cal Ripken Jr.? Plus, Ken fills us in on Vlad Jr.’s contract demands.

The Blue Jays have Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as their priority over Bo Bichette as free agency looms for star sluggers.