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Kyle Tucker Honors Brantley, Aims for All-Star Legacy

1/31/2026

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Michael Brantley, a former All-Star outfielder, praised Kyle Tucker and likened him to Ted Williams.
Kyle Tucker began in his Tampa backyard, modeling his swing on his older brother Preston.
He debuted in 2020 and earned four All-Star selections.
Brantley mentored Tucker during their time with the Houston Astros.
After Brantley's retirement, Tucker plans to wear Brantley's jersey number with the Dodgers to honor him.

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Story summary

Michael Brantley, a former All-Star outfielder, praised Kyle Tucker and likened him to Ted Williams.
Kyle Tucker began in his Tampa backyard, modeling his swing on his older brother Preston.
He debuted in 2020 and earned four All-Star selections.
Brantley mentored Tucker during their time with the Houston Astros.
After Brantley's retirement, Tucker plans to wear Brantley's jersey number with the Dodgers to honor him.