7 Reasons why the Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker is an opportunity for the Toronto Blue Jays
Ken King Ken King

7 Reasons why the Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker is an opportunity for the Toronto Blue Jays

How many wins does one star actually buy, compared to what that money could buy in aggregate?

A $60M/year contract for Tucker might:

  • Add 3–4 wins above replacement relative to a league-average LF

    BUT

  • Eliminate the budget for 2–3 bullpen arms worth 1 WAR each

  • Leave you with a thinner bench

Meanwhile, affordable contributors who add 1 WAR at $2–4M create significantly more wins per dollar which is the metric front offices truly worship.

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