Brewers manager Pat Murphy claims Kyle Tucker is “hurt,” contradicting Cubs’ statements and fueling speculation about Tucker’s health.

CHICAGO — With the boos raining down on Kyle Tucker at Wrigley Field, Cubs manager Craig Counsell floated a plan to bench the All-Star outfielder in the hopes of removing him from a career-worst slump.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell opens up on the mental struggle and benching Kyle Tucker due to his slumping performance.

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Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker is in an extended slump that could cost him money as a free agent. He has one homer in his last 142 at-bats and is showing his frustration.

The second game of a scheduled doubleheader between the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs has been postponed due to thunderstorms in the area