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Kyle Tucker struggles at the plate as Dodgers face Rockies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:39 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Kyle Tucker struggles at the plate as Dodgers face Rockies

Summary

Kyle Tucker is experiencing a challenging season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, currently in a series against the Colorado Rockies. Tucker, who signed a four-year, $240 million extension this offseason, went hitless in the series opener and remains stuck in a slump with a batting average of.184 in August. He acknowledged his difficulties, stating he feels like he has hit a roadblock despite efforts to improve. The Dodgers continue to support Tucker, but his performance—both offensively and defensively—has raised questions about potential changes going forward.

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By the Numbers

•Tucker signed a $240 million contract extension before the season.
•He is currently hitting.230 with 11 home runs in 118 games.
•Tucker has not recorded a hit in his last seven games.
•Los Angeles won the first game of the series against Colorado.

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10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Star Kyle Tucker Doesn’t Hold Back Amid Season-Long Slump

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Dodgers inked Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million contract extension this offseason. It was the highest contract handed out to a player this year. Notably, Kyle Tucker has struggled with the Dodgers thus far. LA is currently playing the Colorado Rockies and won the first game of the series, but Tucker […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Star Kyle Tucker Doesn’t Hold Back Amid Season-Long Slump appeared first on HEAVY.
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