"The Los Angeles Dodgers have been linked to outfielder Kyle Tucker dating back to the regular season, and for good reason. The Dodgers' outfield was a significant issue last season, along with their bullpen, that has already been addressed with the signing of Edwin Díaz. While the Dodgers are interested in adding the left-handed bat to their lineup, it has been reported that they would only explore doing so for the right price."
"Two industry sources still tabbed the Blue Jays as Tucker's likely destination, even after Toronto signed infielder Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal last week. The 2025 World Series runners-up have not been afraid to spend money this offseason after coming agonizingly close to a championship. They signed Dylan Cease to a massive contract and the aforementioned addition of Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto. Any agreement with Tucker would certainly put Toronto's payroll well over $300 million for 2026."
The Dodgers pursued Kyle Tucker to address a weak outfield, with the bullpen already bolstered by signing Edwin Díaz. The Dodgers are interested in Tucker's left-handed bat but would only pursue him for the right price and reportedly prefer a short-term deal with a high average annual value. Reports indicate an aggressive pursuit by the Dodgers while the New York Mets also push for Tucker. The Toronto Blue Jays are considered the favorite after signing Kazuma Okamoto and Dylan Cease, and any Tucker deal would push Toronto's projected 2026 payroll well over $300 million. Tucker hit .266/.377/.464 with 25 doubles, four triples, 22 homers, 73 RBI and 25 stolen bases in 597 plate appearances across 136 games, and he had been projected to command at least $400 million, though a slow market has opened the door to short-term options.
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