Tucker is highlighted for Cubs’ Wild Card success, bringing power and run production into the NLDS as a central figure in their offense.

Tucker moved from Houston to Chicago before 2025, delivering a strong 136-game 2025 with Cubs: .266/.377, 22 HR, 73 RBI, 25 SB. His looming free-agent status makes him a marquee target, with Philadelphia cited as a potential landing spot if Chicago won’t meet offers.

Tucker jump-started Chicago’s second-inning rally with a single off Darvish, injecting life into the lineup and setting the tone for the night’s scoring surge. His pace around the bases and occasional hit-by-pitch resilience showcased his readiness to deliver in playoff pressure.

Tucker’s struggle—0-for-6 with two Ks before a late ninth-inning base hit—highlights Chicago’s early-series drought. His performance encapsulates the Cubs’ current offensive woes in October at Wrigley and the uphill climb toward a comeback.

Tucker’s move to the Cubs reshaped the Astros’ lineup and altered the market for mid-tier stars, creating a ripple effect across both teams’ rosters and signaling a shift in how Houston prioritizes offense and potential upside.