On Wednesday, Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker came through in the clutch with a pivotal two-run single in the ninth inning, propelling his team to a thrilling 7-6 comeback victory against the Cubs. Tucker had three hits in the contest. This remarkable late-inning rally saw the Astros erase a five-run deficit in the last two frames. In Tucker's 180 plate appearances, the 26-year-old standout in the fantasy world has delivered impressive numbers. Currently, he is batting a solid ...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker went 1-for-4 with a single and a strikeout in a 3-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox on Saturday. There weren't a lot of runs to go around in this one as Tucker picked up just one of eight Houston hits. The 26-year-old has quietly been struggling over the last 15 contests with a .204 batting average and .550 OPS (54 at-bats) but he's certainly capable of turning it on at any point so fantasy managers should remain patient with him. Overall, Tucker is slashing ...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker went hitless (0-for-4) in Wednesday's loss to San Francisco. The right fielder is struggling with a 2-for-22 skid across his last six games. Over Tucker's last 14 contests, he's got just one extra-base hit, to boot. Fantasy managers might like to see the 26-year-old move up in the Astros lineup, but that's not going to happen until Tucker rights the ship. He's only stolen one base since April 16 as well, which signifies a huge aspect of Tucker's fantasy ...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (ankle) is in the team's Grapefruit League lineup on Sunday against the St. Louis Cardinals and right-hander Jack Flaherty. Tucker is starting in right field and is hitting third in the batting order. Due to a sprained ankle, Tucker didn't play in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday night for Team USA, and this will be his first game action since his injury. The 26-year-old will get some more at-bats as he gets ready for Opening Day next Thursday, and ...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (ankle) is expected to make his return to the lineup on Sunday. The left-handed slugger is recovering from a minor ankle injury that he suffered during the World Baseball Classic. The expectation was that Tucker would return this weekend, barring any setbacks. Tucker should be fine for Opening Day, which means fantasy managers can feel fine about drafting Tucker this weekend in drafts.

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (ankle) said he suffered a minor right-ankle sprain while playing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic last Saturday while running the bases. "I was out there jogging around and hitting and stuff today," Tucker said. "I'll probably be good next couple days." The 26-year-old left-handed slugger is expected to be back in Houston's Grapefruit League lineup this weekend, and barring any setbacks, he should be in next Thursday's Opening Day lineup. Fantasy...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (ankle) is said to have sustained a minor ankle sprain during the World Baseball Classic. Astros general manager Dana Brown said he should be fine, however. It doesn't sound like anything serious for Tucker, who fouled a ball off himself during the WBC. It's good news for the Astros and potential Tucker fantasy managers, as he's one of the game's best and is going in the mid-first round in upcoming drafts. After hitting 30 home runs and stealing 25 bases in ...

Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown said he's giving contract talks "48 hours" in their attempt to lock up star outfielder Kyle Tucker to a long-term deal. "We're communicating. It looks like we're further away with Tucker, but we'll see," Brown said. Some sources suggest Tucker is looking for a longer deal. He's slated to become a free agent after the 2025 season. The 26-year-old slugger has quickly become a top-10 fantasy asset in one of the best lineups in baseball. He made the ...

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker lost his salary arbitration case against the team on Thursday and will make $5 million in 2023 instead of the $7.5 million he requested. The $2.5 million gap between Tucker and the Astros was matched by Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette's for the largest among 33 players who exchanged proposed salaries with their teams last month. The 26-year-old Tucker hit .257 with 30 home runs, a career-best 107 RBI and 25 stolen bases while also winning a Gold ...

Houston Astros new general manager Dana Brown said the team has begun contract extension talks with outfielder Kyle Tucker and his representatives. The Astros also have a potential arbitration hearing with Tucker this month, but an extension would likely wipe out his arbitration-eligible years. The 26-year-old left-handed slugger made the All-Star team for the first time in 2022, hitting .257/.330/.478 with an .808 OPS, career-high-tying 30 home runs, career-high 107 RBI, 71 runs scored and ...