While various Gregorian calendars and no less an organ than the Farmer's Almanac would likely disagree, it says here that we're almost halfway through the current decade – i.e., the 2020s. As such, this notable juncture provides us with the rationale needed to check in on how the MLB All-Decade Team is shaping up at the midpoint.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. isn't too far behind the MLB superstars, but he's still overshadowed by some hefty paychecks.

This does not prevent the sides from discussing a long-term deal in advance of Guerrero’s final year of club control.