Giving up three players, including a top-100 prospect, for a star like Tucker was a leap outside the Cubs' comfort zone.

ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that the Chicago Cubs are taking a big swing on a big bat, bringing in outfielder Kyle Tucker in a trade with the Houston Astros. In exchange, the Cubs will send infielder Isaac Paredes,

Acquiring Tucker didn't come without a price, though. The Cubs are reportedly sending infielder Isaac Paredes, third base prospect and 2024 MLB Draft pick Cam Smith and right-handed pitcher Hayden Wesneski to the Astros.