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Erik Kratz Says Cubs Still Need a ‘Kyle Tucker’ Bat

Kratz said Chicago’s rotation can contend: “Does this starting rotation get them to October? Yes.” But he warned the lineup lacks a star after Tucker: “Who is the Cubs Kyle Tucker?” Kratz added, “You need to replace that,” and questioned banking on Taillon and Steele off Tommy John. Cubs start spring still hunting an “I’m the man” bat.