Tucker & Cubs Avoid Arbitration, Agree on $16.5M Deal! 

Kyle Tucker avoids arbitration with a 16.5 million dollar deal. Is this a win for the Cubs or just delaying the inevitable larger contract discussion? Tucker has shown flashes of brilliance, but can he consistently perform at a star level, especially coming off an injury-shortened season? His previous numbers suggest potential, but is 16.5 million a fair price for a player who needs to prove he can stay healthy and replicate his 2023 performance? This also raises questions about the Cubs long-term strategy. Are they building a true contender or simply patching holes? With Bellinger gone, is Tucker the new face of the Cubs outfield? What other moves do they need to make to compete in the increasingly competitive NL Central? Let the debate begin.