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Fernando Tatis Jr. leads Padres' resurgence with strong hitting

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Fernando Tatis Jr. leads Padres' resurgence with strong hitting

Summary

Fernando Tatis Jr. has significantly improved his performance for the San Diego Padres in August, hitting over.300 with an OPS exceeding 1.000 in his last 15 games. This turnaround follows a challenging first half of the season, where the Padres ranked last offensively in MLB. Tatis' recent form aligns with contributions from Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill, helping the Padres win 15 of their last 19 games. San Diego has secured the second wild card spot, positioning them well for a playoff push as the season progresses. Tatis' ability to maintain this level of play will be crucial for the team's success moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Tatis has raised his OPS over 100 points since midseason.
•He is hitting.292/.357/.496 since June 1.
•San Diego has won 15 of their last 19 games.
•Padres now hold the second wild card spot in the NL.

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9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Padres' Tatis Jr. Has Turned His Season Around In Major Way

What they're saying

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San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. couldn't find his power stroke in the first half of the season but he has turned it on over the six weeks.
— Yahoo Sports

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