Every team across the majors is selling hope to their fans: some are selling it in a more immediate fashion, in the form of active offseasons full of free-agent signings and trade acquisitions. Others,

The Chicago Cubs could swoop into the $200 million Alex Bregman sweepstakes and steal the star infielder from the Houston Astros.

Kyle Tucker ranks second on MLB Network's Top 10 Right Fielders Right Now list after hitting .289 and recording an OPS of .993 during the 2024 season

Every MLB offseason sends players to new teams. Some moves are expected, while others are dramatic surprises. These transactions send players to a new environment, where factors such as ballpark and team strength can change a fantasy outlook.

There is a balancing act playing out with the Cubs right now. The ballclub is very much in win-now mode and has brought in experienced players over the past few years with the goal of trying to make the playoffs.

After a weekend of celebrating Sammy Sosa and the arrival of Kyle Tucker at Cubs Convention, spring training is now squarely in focus. Pitchers and catchers report to Mesa, Ariz., in less than three weeks to prepare for Opening Day in Japan against a loaded defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers team.

The Houston Astros have completely retooled their team this offseason. They moved Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Isaac Parades, and they

Kyle Tucker and his wife, Samantha, stole the spotlight at the Cubs Convention held in January. Their presence, highlighted by smiles and fan interact

The Cubs and Kyle Tucker avoid arbitration as they come to an agreement on a contract for the upcoming season.

"I was glad we got it done," president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said at the Cubs Convention. "Both sides were motivated to get a deal done. Obviously excited he's here, under contract, and glad we put that behind us.

On the free agency market, there aren't any players of Tucker's caliber available. However, in some sense, Houston could replace him with Anthony Santander. The switch-hitting outfielder, despite hitting 44 home runs last season, isn't comparable to Tucker in some areas.

The Chicago Cubs and outfielder Kyle Tucker reportedly agreed to terms on a contract for 2025 after all and avoided an arbitration hearing ESPN's Jesse