Kyle Tucker | OF
Background
The 18-year-old Tucker attends Plant High School in Tampa (Wade Boggs’ alma mater) and is committed to Florida. He’s consistently performed well against elite high school talent on the showcase circuit. Tucker’s older brother Preston played four years for the Gators and is currently in the Astros’ farm system.
Scouting Report
Tucker is listed at 6-foot-4 and 175 lbs., and he stands out most for his offensive potential. He has excellent bat speed and a sweet left-handed swing geared for consistent, hard contact. Tucker projects to hit for both average and power, especially once he adds some muscle to his rail thin frame.