History of Kyle Tucker in Timeline

Kyle Daniel Tucker, nicknamed "King Tuck", is an American professional baseball right fielder currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Previously, he played for the Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs. Tucker also represents the United States internationally in baseball competitions.

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1900: Eighth major leaguer to triple twice in same inning since 1900

On September 10, 2023, Kyle Tucker became the eighth major leaguer since 1900 to triple twice during the same inning, against the San Diego Padres.

1972: César Cedeño won Gold Glove

From 1972 to 1976, César Cedeño won multiple Gold Gloves as an outfielder for the Astros.

January 17, 1997: Kyle Tucker Born

On January 17, 1997, Kyle Daniel Tucker, nicknamed "King Tuck", was born. He is an American professional baseball right fielder.

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2009: Last Astros Outfielder with 100 RBIs

In 2009, Carlos Lee was the last full-time Astros outfielder prior to Kyle Tucker to drive in 100 runs in a season.

2009: Michael Bourn won Gold Glove

In 2009, Michael Bourn won a Gold Glove as an outfielder for the Astros.

2010: Michael Bourn won Gold Glove

In 2010, Michael Bourn won a Gold Glove as an outfielder for the Astros.

2015: Gatorade Player of the Year

In 2015, Kyle Tucker was named Florida's Gatorade Player of the Year and also won the Baseball America High School Player of the Year Award.

2015: Drafted by the Houston Astros

In 2015, Kyle Tucker was selected by the Houston Astros with the fifth pick in the first round of the MLB draft.

2015: Brother's MLB Debut and High School Graduation

In 2015, Kyle Tucker's older brother, Preston, played for the Astros major league club, and Kyle and Samantha Scott both graduated from Plant High School.

2016: Minor League Season

In 2016, Kyle Tucker started the season with the Quad Cities River Bandits and was promoted to the Lancaster JetHawks midseason, hitting .285 with 32 stolen bases.

2016: Brother's Second Season with Astros

In 2016, Kyle Tucker's older brother, Preston, continued playing for the Astros major league club, marking his second season with the team.

2017: Relationship with Samantha Scott

In 2017, Kyle Tucker began dating Samantha Scott while she was attending Florida State University.

2017: All-Star Futures Game

In 2017, Kyle Tucker began the season with the Buies Creek Astros, was promoted to the Corpus Christi Hooks in May, and appeared in the 2017 All-Star Futures Game.

July 7, 2018: Major League Debut

On July 7, 2018, Kyle Tucker made his major-league debut versus the Chicago White Sox, collecting his first major-league hit and RBI that day.

2018: MLB Debut with the Houston Astros

In 2018, Kyle Tucker made his Major League Baseball debut with the Houston Astros.

2018: Promotion to Major Leagues

In 2018, after batting .306 in 80 games with the Fresno Grizzlies, Kyle Tucker was promoted to the major leagues by the Houston Astros on July 7.

September 2, 2019: Promotion to the Astros

On September 2, 2019, Kyle Tucker was promoted to the Houston Astros after spending the minor league season with the Round Rock Express.

2019: Michael Brantley achieved consecutive four-hit games

From July 5-7, 2019, Michael Brantley achieved consecutive four-hit games before Kyle Tucker did so in 2024.

2020: Performance in Abbreviated Season

In 2020, during the abbreviated sixty-game season, Kyle Tucker played in 58 games, batted .268 with six triples (leading the American League), nine home runs, and 42 RBIs. He also played in 13 playoff games.

October 25, 2021: Silver Slugger Award Finalist

On October 25, 2021, Kyle Tucker was announced as a finalist for the Silver Slugger Award for outfielders. He also received his first selection as a Sporting News AL All-Star at outfield, and to the All-MLB Second Team.

2021: Breakout Season

In 2021, Kyle Tucker had a breakout season. He batted .320 from May 1 through the end of the season. On October 3, he became the third Astro to hit 30 home runs in one season before turning 25 and was awarded the AL Player of the Month for September.

2021: Selected to All-MLB Team

In 2021, Kyle Tucker was selected to the All-MLB Team for the first time.

2021: Grandfather's Death

In 2021, Kyle Tucker's grandfather passed away during hospice care, which inspired Tucker to start his foundation in 2022.

2021: Postseason Performance

In Game 4 of the 2021 American League Division Series (ALDS) against the Chicago White Sox on October 12, Kyle Tucker stole two bases in the same inning and led both leagues in postseason RBIs with 15.

June 17, 2022: Career-High Hitting Streak

On June 17, 2022, Kyle Tucker extended a career-high hitting streak to 15 games while playing the Chicago White Sox.

August 27, 2022: Committed to Play for the United States

On August 27, 2022, Kyle Tucker committed to play for the United States in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

December 23, 2022: Engagement Announcement

On December 23, 2022, Kyle Tucker announced his engagement to his girlfriend, Samantha Scott, via Instagram.

2022: Regular Season Performance

In 2022, Kyle Tucker batted .257/.330/.478, played 147 games in right field, and received a nomination for the AL Silver Slugger Award.

2022: World Series Champion

In 2022, Kyle Tucker became a World Series champion with the Astros, catching the final out in Game 6 against the Phillies.

2022: AL Gold Glove Award

In 2022, Kyle Tucker was awarded the AL Gold Glove Award for his play in right field. He also contributed 13 defensive runs saved.

2022: Key Contributions in Games

In 2022, on April 27, Kyle Tucker's three-run double secured a 4-3 Astros win against the Texas Rangers. In the next game, his home run in the eighth provided the margin of victory after Martín Pérez had a perfect game into the seventh.

2022: Foundation Inauguration

In early 2022, Kyle Tucker initiated his eponymous foundation to increase awareness for non-profit hospice care centers, after the death of his grandfather in 2021.

September 10, 2023: Two Triples in One Inning

On September 10, 2023, Kyle Tucker became the third player in AL history to triple twice during the same inning, against the San Diego Padres.

2023: World Baseball Classic

In 2023, Kyle Tucker committed to play for the United States in the World Baseball Classic.

2023: AL RBI Leader and Silver Slugger Award

In 2023, Kyle Tucker was the American League (AL) run batted in (RBI) leader and won his first Silver Slugger Award.

January 13, 2024: Wedding Announcement

On January 13, 2024, Kyle Tucker announced via Instagram that he and Samantha Scott got married.

December 13, 2024: Traded to the Chicago Cubs

On December 13, 2024, Kyle Tucker was traded to the Chicago Cubs for Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith.

2024: Injury and All-Star Selection

During the 2024 season, Kyle Tucker sustained a shin injury on June 3 and was placed on the 60-day injured list on July 30, but earned his third career All-Star selection.

2024: Consecutive Four-Hit Games

From September 20-21, 2024, Kyle Tucker produced consecutive four-hit games. He finished the season with career-best stats, though he did not qualify for the batting title.