Fernando Tatis Jr. and Craig Stammen ejected during Padres loss to Rays

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Fernando Tatis Jr. and Craig Stammen ejected during Padres loss to Rays
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Fernando Tatis Jr. was called out for running outside the designated lane while attempting to reach first base on a bunt during the seventh inning of Sunday’s game. The ruling, which nullified a hit with the San Diego Padres leading 3-1, prompted an argument from Tatis Jr. and manager Craig Stammen, leading to the ejection of both. The Tampa Bay Rays later forced extra innings after tying the game in the ninth. The contest concluded in the 11th inning when Jorge Mateo recorded a walk-off hit to secure a 4-3 victory for the Rays. Tatis Jr. expressed frustration after the game regarding the application of the rule, while Stammen suggested the league should review how such plays are officiated.

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  • Fernando Tatis Jr. was ejected for arguing an out call in the seventh inning.
  • Manager Craig Stammen was also ejected following the disputed ruling.
  • The Padres led 3-1 before the Rays tied the game in the ninth inning.
  • Jorge Mateo hit a walk-off single in the 11th to give the Rays a 4-3 win.
  • Tatis Jr. criticized the officiating and the current interpretation of the runner's lane rule.
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  • 8:35 AMYahoo Sports“What A Terrible Call” – MLB Fans React As Fernando Tatis Jr. Gets Ejected After Controversial Base-Running Out Call Vs. Rays
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Fernando Tatis Jr. and San Diego Padres fans were left shocked and confused when the slugger was declared out for running outside the runner’s lane on a bunt hit.

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