Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won a record $19.9 million in arbitration against the Toronto Blue Jays.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won a record $19.9 million in salary arbitration on Wednesday, where a three-member panel chose his request over the Toronto Blue Jays' $18.05 million offer.

Scott Buchheit, Walt De True and Jeanne Charles made the decision a day after hearing arguments. Players have a 6-2 advantage in hearings this year, with 10 cases pending.

Guerrero won the highest award in the hearing — $14 million after losing to Seattle outfielder Teoscar Hernandez.

A three-time All-Star, Guerrero hit .264 with 26 homers and 94 RBI last year while earning $14.5 million. He is eligible for free agency after the 2025 season.

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