Blue Jays predicted to sign $500M Gold Glove winner, 2-time Silver Slugger, World Series champion

Hunter Cookston

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The biggest name left on the free-agent market is undoubtedly Kyle Tucker, which makes it somewhat surprising to see him still available this late in the offseason. From the start of last season, it was clear that Tucker would be the marquee name heading into free agency. He also made it evident that his one season with the Chicago Cubs would be a one and done.

“We'll see what happens. Don't know what the future is going to hold. If not, it's been an honor playing with all these guys and wish everyone best of luck whether it’s playing next year or not with them,” Tucker said.

Part of the intrigue surrounding Tucker is figuring out just how high a team is willing to go financially—a sum presumed to be hefty.

“Tucker is expected to be the highest paid free agent in this class. Most analysts believe he will get somewhere between $500 million and $650 million based on the recent contracts of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. With the Blue Jays ($500 million) and Juan Soto with the Mets ($765 million). Tucker can impact a game in so many ways with his five tools: hitting, power, defense, arm strength and speed. He has made four straight All-Star teams and is putting together another strong season,” The Athletic’s Jim Bowden wrote.

CBS Sports’ RJ Anderson believes the Toronto Blue Jays are likely to be the highest bidder for Tucker.

“Tucker, the top talent in the class, is good at everything but not necessarily great at anything. That puts him on a lower level than the superstars who have headlined recent offseasons, like Juan Soto, Shohei Ohtani, and Aaron Judge. Nonetheless, Tucker is an All-Star player who should find a new home over the coming weeks. He's been tied to the Blue Jays a lot this winter,” Anderson wrote.

Landing a player of Tucker’s caliber would be a major boost for the Blue Jays. Offensively and defensively, Tucker brings immense value, and adding him could give Toronto the kind of lineup that competes at the highest level.

The Blue Jays are looking to make a statement this offseason, aiming to carry momentum straight into the 2026 regular season and postseason. Tucker could be the key piece to make that happen.

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