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Despite battling injuries that kept him sidelined for three months of the 2024 season due to a broken shin, Tucker managed to post an impressive batting average of .289, racking up 23 home runs and driving in 49 runs (RBIs). This performance highlights his potential to be a game-changer for the Cubs as they look to assemble a more competitive roster moving forward.
Details of the Trade
In exchange for Tucker, the Cubs are sending the Astros infielder Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden Wisniewski, and promising third-base prospect Cam Smith. This exchange not only reflects the Cubs’ ambition but also indicates a strategy to build a lineup that can compete against rival teams in their division.