MLB insider drops tough update on Kyle Tucker’s trade buzz, hinting the Astros may not be ready to let their All-Star slugger go.

While the eyes of the baseball world are on the MLB Playoffs and the teams vying for a chance to call themselves champions, organizations outside of the annual tournament are preparing bids for some of the top free agents available this offseason while keeping a close eye on those still competing.

The Chicago Cubs are expecting to get right fielder Kyle Tucker back in the lineup for that final series on Friday.

"The Cubs will be without one of their top starters for at least the first round of the playoffs, as Cade Horton has been placed on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to September 25) due to a non-displaced right rib fracture. Left-hander Jordan Wicks was called up to take Horton's roster spot for the final two games of the regular season."

The Chicago Cubs acted aggressively over the offseason by acquiring Kyle Tucker, a superstar on an expiring deal, in a trade with the Houston Astros, but didn't

The Chicago Cubs made a harsh move with a former Silver Slugger as they welcomed Kyle Tucker back from injury.

Brian Snitker is stepping down as Atlanta Braves manager after a decade, including a World Series title, transitioning to an advisory role. Former Braves catcher and ex-Cubs manager David Ross has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed him.