"Tucker has been one of the most productive players in baseball over the last few years and was projected to command a contract of at least $400 million. Given that he is still unsigned, Tucker may have to settle for a shorter-term deal that would allow him to test free agency again in the near future. That would presumably lead to more teams competing to sign him, including the Los Angeles Dodgers."
"Tucker on, say, a four-year deal with opt-outs and a massive AAV would be a classic Friedman add. The idea also might appeal to Tucker's low-key personality. Rather than the center of attention, he would be perhaps the Dodgers' fifth- or sixth-biggest star. If Tucker signs with the Dodgers, he would play more of a supporting role rather than be the main star as the team already has Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts to lead the way."
"He is coming off a solid season with the Cubs that saw him hit .266/.377/.464 with 25 doubles, four triples, 22 home runs, 73 RBI and 25 stolen bases in 597 plate appearances across 136 games."
The MLB offseason remains slow with several top free agents unsigned as Spring Training nears. Kyle Tucker, once projected to command at least $400 million, remains available and may need to consider shorter-term contract structures. A short-term deal with opt-outs would allow Tucker to re-enter free agency soon and could spark renewed competition among teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers prefer deals with opt-outs similar to Alex Bregman's recent arrangement. Tucker posted a .266/.377/.464 batting line with 22 home runs, 73 RBI and 25 stolen bases across 136 games last season.
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