Report: Jays making progress in Guerrero extension talks

The Toronto Blue Jays have made progress in contract extension talks with star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

If finalized, the deal is expected to pay Guerrero around $500 million over 14 years.

Discussions are seemingly ongoing despite Guerrero's self-imposed deadline at the beginning of spring training. The Blue Jays reportedly made him a new offer at the end of March.

Guerrero is reportedly seeking a contract worth $500 million in present-day value before deferrals.

The 26-year-old is slashing .256/.333/.333 through 10 games this season. The four-time All-Star hit 30 home runs with a .940 OPS (167 OPS+) last year.

Guerrero and the Blue Jays will open a four-game series Monday against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.