Overview
- Multiple outlets report Tucker chose Los Angeles on a four-year, $240 million contract, with the Press Enterprise noting opt-outs after the second and third seasons.
- The Mets were in with a four-year offer at roughly $50 million per season, while Jeff Passan reported the Blue Jays were the only club willing to go as long as a decade.
- Tucker adds a left-handed middle-of-the-order bat to a Dodgers outfield that underperformed in 2025, following the club’s earlier signing of closer Edwin Díaz.
- Coverage indicates the Mets will reassess after missing on Tucker, with possibilities discussed including Cody Bellinger in free agency or addressing the rotation.
- Separately, MLB’s 2026 international signing period opened Jan. 15 with fixed bonus pools; top prospects such as Luis Hernandez (Giants), Francisco Renteria (Phillies) and Wandy Asigen (Mets) were reported as linked to teams.