Dodgers Coach Gets Brutally Honest on Kyle Tucker’s Struggles
Los Angele Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker has gotten off to a slow start in 2026 after signing his record-breaking $240 million deal. Tucker was the prize of free agency for many contending teams, including the Dodgers’ 2025 World Series foe, the Toronto Blue Jays. However, it was the Dodgers’ high average annual value offer over four years that eventually secured his signature.
The Dodgers had a major outfield need, and Tucker was the best option on the market , making him a natural fit for the big-market team. Mar 30, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Kyle Tucker (23) bats against the Cleveland Guardians at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images He has been a consistent player who has put multiple consecutive seasons of over 4.
0 fWAR, making him one of the most reliable players in the game. His steadiness, despite lacking true superstar-level peaks, made him sought after as a high-floor player who could help any team over the course of a season. However, he has not been his typical self in his first 16 games with the Dodgers.
Kyle Tucker’s slow start with the Dodgers Tucker is slashing . 237/. 352/.
305 with a home run and nine RBIs. He has three stolen bases, but he is only valued at 0. 3 fWAR on the year.