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Chicago Cubs ownership wants to keep Kyle Tucker, whatever the cost; says MLB insider

The Chicago Cubs picked up a major asset this offseason when they traded for multi-tool right fielder Kyle Tucker. They also, however, acquired themselves a major dilemma.

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What Cubs Are Reportedly Prepared to Do to Secure Kyle Tucker Long-Term

The Chicago Cubs are going to have a tough time re-signing their superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker. The offseason trade came with risks, namely Tucker’s one-year deal and reluctance to sign a long-term contract before hitting free agency.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs strength of schedule takes a dramatic turn for the rest of the 2025 campaign

The schedule makers were not too kind to the Chicago Cubs when dishing out their opponents for the month of April in the 2025 season. Not only did they begin their season a week earlier than 30 other teams in the league, they had to play in Tokyo against the defending World Series champions.

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Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Cubs' Kyle Tucker Gets $500 Million Contract Update Amid Hot Stretch

Kyle Tucker of the Chicago Cubs is simply an incredible player. The left-handed hitting outfielder is one of the best players in Major League Baseball and has done nothing but swing the bat at an elite level during his short time with the Cubs.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 27

Chicago Cubs get heartbreaking reality check from league superstar

The Chicago Cubs may be reaping the benefits of Kyle Tucker’s multi-tool excellence right now, sitting atop the NL Central, but there’s a big bill coming their way– and there’s no guarantee that Cubs ownership will want to foot that bill.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 27

Cubs rumors: Bob Nightengale makes $500 million Kyle Tucker prediction

Kyle Tucker, whom the Chicago Cubs acquired from the Houston Astros in December, signed a one-year, $16.5 million contract to avoid arbitration with his new club.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 27

Houston Astros Waiting on Star Rookie to Figure Things Out at the Plate

When the Houston Astros decided to trade former franchise star Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs before the season started, they did so in large part because the package they were getting in return included former top draft pick Cam Smith.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 27

Chicago Cubs Have Reason to be Optimistic with Super Deep Lineup

The Chicago Cubs have a boatload of momentum and are flying high to begin the 2025 season. The team's move to acquire super star outfielder Kyle Tucker

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 26

Chicago Cubs Reportedly Had Trade In Place for Emerging Ace This Winter

The Chicago Cubs are off to an excellent start this season, thanks to a lot of hard work by the front office this winter. After winning 83 games for two straight years, the Cubs came into the offseason on a mission to improve in a major way.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Cubs' Kyle Tucker Gets Timeline for Potential Deal in Chicago

If the Chicago Cubs thought Kyle Tucker would be expensive when they traded for him during the offseason, that price has only gone up. For a Cubs organization that hasn't spent over the past decade, keeping Tucker in town could be difficult.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Jed Hoyer Reveals How Kyle Tucker Talks Will Unfold

Jed Hoyer has one job during the remainder of the season, and that's keeping Kyle Tucker around on a long-term extension. Even if the Chicago Cubs don't

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / April 25

Chicago Cubs' Offense, Kyle Tucker Just Continue to Make History in Early Going

The Chicago Cubs didn't play on Thursday but that didn't stop people from pointing out how good the offense has been so far this season. Entering play on Friday, Chicago is 16-10 and in first place by 3.0 games in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Rival expects Cubs to offer Kyle Tucker the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contract

The Chicago Cubs have found themselves atop the National League Central with the best run differential in baseball, and much of their success can be attributed to their superstar outfielder, Kyle Tucker.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs 3x All-Star named as potential key contributor for the WBC

The Chicago Cubs are one of the best teams in the National League after sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in their quick two-game series with them. The Cubs have had a rough stretch of games where they’ve played some of the top teams in the National League and had the Texas Rangers sprinkled in for good measure.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Cubs' Jed Hoyer Issues Kyle Tucker Announcement

Everyone in Major League Baseball seems to agree that Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker is the top player available in the 2026 free agent class. However, the Cubs have made it known that they would love to sign and retain Tucker for years to come with an extension, but it might not be that easy.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Have Used Clutch Hitting to Turn Franchise Around This Season

The Chicago Cubs won another absolutely wild showdown against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night in ten innings with a walk-off single by Ian Happ.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs star ranked second best in all of MLB; 6 teammates also ranked among very best

The Chicago Cubs are having a wildly entertaining start to their 2025 season. The dynamic Cubs offense, with its blend of power, speed, and never-give-up grit, has sent fans into a tizzy and sparked hopes for the team’s first playoff appearance since the abbreviated 2020 season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 23

Chicago Cubs’ Jed Hoyer suggests team can’t compete moneywise for Kyle Tucker

Kyle Tucker’s stellar play to begin 2025 could be pricing him out of the range of the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs traded key prospects, including Cam Smith, to the Houston Astros for Tucker to play on the final year of his contract.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Cubs rumors: Jon Heyman thinks Chicago will try to get ‘rare’ Kyle Tucker deal done

The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start to the 2025 season. They are 14-10 and in first place in the National League Central. After a massive offseason, the Cubbies have put themselves in a solid position through the first month of the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Chicago Cubs Get New Update on Contract Talks With Kyle Tucker

Any update on Kyle Tucker is important for the Chicago Cubs. All the left-handed slugger has shown during his short time with the organization is that he's one of the five best players in Major League Baseball, and his .302 average with six home runs has proven that.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / April 18

Chicago Cubs, Slugger Kyle Tucker Reportedly Not Talking About Contract Extension

According to Robert Murray of Fansided, the Chicago Cubs and slugger Kyle Tucker have not started talking about a contract extension. The Cubs acquired the 28-year-old slugger this offseason from the Houston Astros for top prospect Cam Smith, infielder Issac Paredes and pitcher Hayden Wesneski.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 16

Chicago Cubs' Major Offseason Acquisition Has Transformed Lineup This Year

The Chicago Cubs made a lot of moves with their roster this offseason, but none was bigger than their acquisition of Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 13

Cubs' strong start could be derailed by pitcher's season-ending injury

The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start in 2025, entering Sunday's game with a 10-7 record and sitting atop the National League Central. They are going to have to find a way to continue that strong start without one of their best starting pitchers.

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