Following the 2024 season, the Houston Astros put star right fielder Kyle Tucker on the trade market. When a three-time All-Star becomes available, naturally there is going to be a great deal of interest. Ultimately, the Cubs showed the most interest, and Tucker was sent to the north side of Chicago.
Every time a star player goes somewhere that is not Philadelphia, Phillies fans question why. After all, they had a hole in the outfield, and Tucker was a far more appealing option than Max Kepler. But Tucker didn’t come cheap, especially considering he’s a pending free agent.