"Assuming that the Blue Jays are unable to sign Bo Bichette if they sign Tucker, the Blue Jays' lineup would still be better than the 2025 season. Tucker would fill the two-hole in this scenario, taking Nathan Lukes' spot. Ahead of him would be George Springer, as Springer dipped into the fountain of youth in 2024. As the Jays' lead-off hitter in 2025, Springer slashed .351/.435/.682 with 14 home runs in 178 plate appearances for a 207 wRC+."
"Following Tucker would be Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the third spot. Last season, the first baseman slashed .292/.381/.467 with 23 home runs in 680 plate appearances for a 137 wRC+, the third-best season of his career. He also elevated his game in the postseason, finishing with a 241 wRC+ in 89 plate appearances. That's a fantastic top of the batting order, but the rest of the lineup is a little more muddy."
Signing the 28-year-old outfielder Tucker would give the Blue Jays a true slugger in the two-hole and improve the lineup even without retaining Bo Bichette. George Springer projects as the 2025 leadoff hitter after slashing .351/.435/.682 with 14 home runs in 178 plate appearances for a 207 wRC+. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. would slot third after a .292/.381/.467 season with 23 home runs and a 137 wRC+, and a 241 postseason wRC+ in 89 plate appearances. The middle lineup decisions hinge on Alejandro Kirk, Santander, and Addison Barger for cleanup and fifth-sixth slots.
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