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The LA Dodgers just got a lot better months after winning the World Series.
On Thursday night, the Dodgers landed what many believe is the best free agent on the market with Kyle Tucker.
BREAKING: Star outfielder Kyle Tucker and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on a free agent contract, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 16, 2026
According to Jeff Passan, the Dodgers will give Tucker a 4-year, $240 million, fully guaranteed contract, with a massive $64 million signing bonus and several opt-out clauses.
Full details on Kyle Tucker’s Dodgers contract, per ESPN sources:
– 4 years, $240 million guaranteed
– Opt-outs after Years 2 and 3
– $64M signing bonus
– $30M deferred
– $57.1M a year in net present value after factoring in deferrals — a record by $6M+A staggering deal.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 16, 2026
The Dodgers now have two of the highest-paid players in the MLB with Shohei Ohtani and Tucker on the same roster.
Shohei Ohtani ($70 million) and Kyle Tucker ($60 million) are not only the highest AAV’s in MLB history, but the two combine (at $130 million) to make more than 10 MLB clubs spent on their entire payrolls last year.
The Kansas City Royals missed making this list by $1,500. pic.twitter.com/2QWz3DbV11
— Grant McAuley (@grantmcauley) January 16, 2026