Summary
The Chicago Cubs must decide whether to re-sign outfielder Kyle Tucker, who is likely to become a top free agent. Tucker, currently on a one-year contract, is valued at nearly $400 million. This decision could greatly impact the Cubs' future.
Key Facts
- Kyle Tucker played his first seven years with the Houston Astros before joining the Cubs.
- He avoided arbitration with a one-year, $16.5 million contract after joining the Cubs.
- Tucker hit 22 home runs and had 73 RBIs in 136 games for the Cubs this season.
- He is a four-time All-Star and is entering free agency for the first time.
- Experts estimate Tucker's next contract could be worth around $400 million.
- The Cubs' decision on Tucker's contract is a major offseason consideration.
- Cubs finished the regular season with a 92-70 record.
- Injuries affected Tucker's performance in the second half of the season.
