Scouting Report: Tucker finally found a level that he wasn't ready for when he reached Houston. He had dominated every level of the minors with plus, all-fields power and excellent hand-eye coordination that allows his swing to work. In the big leagues, he proved an easier-than-expected mark for quality breaking balls. Despite his big league hiccup, Tucker projects as a middle-of-the-order bat who can be a plus hitter with plus power. He has already started to slow down, and opposing coaches and scouts were not always impressed with Tucker's effort level, noting that he often jogged down the line. His once-average speed slid to below-average in 2018, though he did steal 20 bases. That limits him in the outfield, but he should be average in either corner. His average arm is playable in right field.
The Future: Tucker should get another shot to be the Astros' everyday left fielder as a 22-year-old in 2019. He has very little left to prove in Triple-A.
