beyond this year. But on Thursday, Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro let that very word, “optimism,” roll off his tongue to characterize his team’s chances to retain its franchise player.

The Vladimir Guerrero Jr. saga continues. This time, it seems like there’s a positive note. Team president Mark Shapiro spoke to the media and when asked about Guerrero Jr., had a few quotes.

Mark Shapiro, who was president and chief operating officer of Endeavor, will become president and managing partner of WME Group. (Shapiro also continues as president and COO of TKO.) Richard ...

Emanuel will become executive chairman of the newly-named WME Group, Mark Shapiro will lead it as president and managing director, while Whitesell exits to launch a new Silver Lake-backed venture.

Blue Jays President Mark Shapiro says they have clear alignment with Vladimir Guerrero Jr For next year, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has approached free agency. For baseball fans, the speculation is for ...