Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays successfully negotiated a one-year contract worth $28.5 million, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing. Guerrero had previously set a record with a $19.9 million salary last year. Houston's Framber Valdez secured an $18 million deal, while Kyle Tucker of the Chicago Cubs requested the highest figure among players negotiating at $17.5 million, but was offered $15 million.

Other players reaching agreements include San Diego's Luis Arraez at $14 million, Arizona's Zac Gallen at $13.5 million, among others. A total of 148 players finalized deals while 169 remain eligible for arbitration, with hearings set for late January through mid-February.