Interestingly, the top two free agent position players happen to be former high school teammates.
Much like their time at Tampa Plant High School, Tucker is often compared to the all-time greats, while Alonso is facing some skepticism regarding his power-hitting capabilities. Tucker continues to enhance his status in a way that benefits his evolving but still competitive role.
Tucker’s comparisons arose following a massive $500 million deal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr., while Alonso is vying for top ranks alongside players like Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber, Japan’s 3B Murakami, Blue Jays SS Beauvicet, and Red Sox 3B Alex Bregman.
Tucker is clearly going to be a coveted free agent, and while Alonso has an opt-out option (also the case for Bregman), it seems unlikely that Tucker will actually hit the market. A superstar like him rarely signs an extension from a situation like this, although there are rumors suggesting he has a fondness for the Cubs.
