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“Don’t be surprised if the LA Dodgers add another big name to their already loaded roster,” Kristopher Knox wrote just a few days back. With the offseason having officially begun, the front office is already making plans for what to do next. In that plan, the lineup that is already filled with star players like Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, and more might be getting even stronger. If whispers are to be believed, they are looking to add yet another star player hailing from the north. That potential star? Kyle Tucker. This season, the eight-time All-Star outfielder became a free agent and is expected to get a deal for about $400 million. And he is one of the top free agents this winter. He is the kind of player that championship teams want because he has power, he’s patient at the plate, and he can change the outcome of games. A recent post from the sports site M Sports on X says that “Dodgers Poised to Secure Kyle Tucker in Free Agency. Insider predictions are swirling around the Los Angeles Dodgers and their pursuit of outfielder Kyle Tucker.” The speculation makes sense when you look at how L.A. got minimal production from left field in 2025. So, adding him would address those concerns immediately. ADVERTISEMENT Let’s not forget his performance this summer, which has been nothing but impressive despite the injuries. He was hitting with an average of .266, had a .377 OBP, and a .464 slugging percentage. In 136 games, he hit 22 home runs, drove in 73 runs, and stole 25 bases. The statistics don’t tell the whole story. Tucker dominated early in the season but suffered a hairline fracture in his right hand that went undiagnosed until August. Despite this, he continued to play, resulting in poor performance in July and August, where he batted just at an average of .232. He missed three weeks in September due to a calf issue but returned for the playoffs. ADVERTISEMENT Tucker will be more than just extra firepower for the Dodgers. He can protect Ohtani and Betts in the lineup and be able to play in a variety of positions in the outfield. His ability to hit from the left side, take walks, and drive the ball would make an already deadly offense unbeatable. That assessment aligns with what the organization showed all season. While their infield and pitching dominated, the outfield remained a weak spot. Tucker would fix that immediately, giving the Dodgers the depth and talent to pursue a third consecutive championship. ADVERTISEMENT Read Top Stories First From EssentiallySports Click here and check box next to EssentiallySports Dodgers lock in veteran powerhouse as free agency looms The Los Angeles Dodgers are definitely keeping all the important key players in place as they try to win a third straight ring. With rumours swirling around having Tucker in the roster, they followed up by reiterating their commitment to a veteran cornerstone, Max Muncy, in the infield. According to Alden Gonzalez of ESPN, the Dodgers took Max Muncy’s $10 million club option for the 2026 season on Thursday. ADVERTISEMENT Muncy’s option exercise at age 35 and in his eighth season with the Dodgers shows that they want to keep senior depth along with their big-name talents. His position at third base and his postseason record make him another experienced player for Los Angeles as they look to win another championship. Even though he had several injuries this past season, Muncy’s figures showed that he was still valuable: he batted. 243 with 19 home runs and 67 RBIs in 100 games, with two home runs in the World Series. The Dodgers are strengthening both the present and the future of their lineup by keeping Muncy and possibly bringing in Tucker. It’s a two-pronged strategy: keep experienced leaders while bringing in fresh stars. This is definitely a plan for staying at the top.
