Cubs Acquire All-Star Outfielder Kyle Tucker in Trade With Astros

The Astros receive Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith in a deal that reshapes both teams' rosters.

The Chicago Cubs traded Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and 2024 first-round pick Cam Smith to the Houston Astros for Kyle Tucker, a three-time All-Star outfielder.
Tucker, 27, is coming off an injury-shortened season but remains one of MLB's top hitters, with a career .274 average and 125 home runs.
The Astros opted to trade Tucker, who is set to become a free agent after 2025, as they face challenges retaining their star players long-term.
The Cubs aim to strengthen their lineup for a playoff push, while the Astros bolster their roster with Paredes, a versatile infielder, and Wesneski, a swingman pitcher, alongside a promising prospect in Smith.
This move is expected to impact both teams' future strategies, with the Cubs considering further trades and the Astros potentially signaling a broader roster overhaul.