Fernando Tatis Jr. hits 452-foot home run, robs Francisco Lindor
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Fernando Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres had a standout performance against the New York Mets on August 18, 2026. He hit a 452-foot home run in the first inning, giving the Padres an early lead. In the second inning, with the bases loaded, Tatis Jr. made a remarkable play by robbing Francisco Lindor of a grand slam, jumping at the wall to catch his hit. Despite his recent struggles with home runs this season, Tatis Jr.’s contributions kept the Mets from scoring crucial runs early in the game.
- •Tatis Jr. launched a 452-foot homer in the first inning.
- •He made a game-saving catch against Francisco Lindor.
- •The game is part of a late-season push for the Padres.
- •San Diego holds a 67-59 record; New York is 57-69.
- •Tatis Jr. ended a home run drought earlier this season.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. robs grand slam from Mets' Francisco Lindor
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — Fernando Tatis Jr. robs Francisco Lindor of a grand slam after hitting a 452 ft. home run himself
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — Fernando Tatis Jr. robs Francisco Lindor of a grand slam, hits two home runs of his own vs. Mets
"Fernando Tatis Jr. added to his career highlights during the San Diego Padres’ game against the New York Mets on Tuesday, Aug. 18.
"The Padres outfielder pulled double duty on Tuesday night.
"The Padres' outfielder pulled double duty on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:30 AMPadres' Fernando Tatis Jr. robs grand slam from Mets' Francisco Lindor
Fernando Tatis Jr. added to his career highlights during the San Diego Padres’ game against the New York Mets on Tuesday, Aug. 18.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:16 AMFernando Tatis Jr. robs Francisco Lindor of a grand slam after hitting a 452 ft. home run himself
The Padres outfielder pulled double duty on Tuesday night.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:16 AMFernando Tatis Jr. robs Francisco Lindor of a grand slam, hits two home runs of his own vs. Mets
The Padres' outfielder pulled double duty on Tuesday.
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