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Fernando Tatis Jr. leads Padres with power surge against Astros

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Fernando Tatis Jr. leads Padres with power surge against Astros
Summary

Fernando Tatis Jr. powered the San Diego Padres in a 7-2 win over the Houston Astros on August 9. Tatis contributed significantly with a three-run home run in the fourth inning, marking his ongoing success since the All-Star break, where he has an OPS of 1.004 and six home runs. The Padres have improved offensively, now hitting for an OPS of.800 since mid-July. Following the game, Tatis expressed his focus on the postseason as the Padres chase an NL Wild Card spot. With a record of 62-57, San Diego remains one game behind the Philadelphia Phillies for the final wild card position.

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By the Numbers
  • •Tatis went 2-5 with a three-run home run against Houston.
  • •Padres improved OPS to.800 since July 14.
  • •Tatis has recorded six home runs and 19 RBIs since the All-Star break.
  • •San Diego traded for Casey Mize and Robbie Ray to bolster pitching.
  • •Padres are one game behind the Phillies for the NL Wild Card.
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  • 3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. gets real on power surge since All-Star break
What they're saying
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Fernando Tatis Jr. is turning it up for the Padres as they continue to be in hot pursuit of a spot in the NL Wild Card race.

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