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Good Morning San Diego: Fernando Tatis Jr. is ‘untouchable,’ but that has not stopped teams from inquiring about his availability
For the San Diego Padres, the player most often brought up in rumor and speculation by fans and media alike is Fernando Tatis Jr. The two-time Platinum Glove winning right fielder is a cornerstone of the San Diego franchise.
The San Diego Padres are heading into 2026 in a period of transition. Former manager Mike Shildt has retired, with Craig Stammen stepping in to lead the club. The roster is expected to undergo significant turnover as payroll flexibility remains tight, and several players are likely to depart via free agency.
Despite all the Padres’ private and public messaging, Preller said other teams have not stopped asking about Tatis.
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Fernando Tatis Jr. is not being traded
Logan White, one of A.J. Preller’s most trusted lieutenants and the head of player development, is retiring. He won the West Coast Scout of the Year Award and announced his retirement after the award. He has 40-plus years of time in baseball, 10 years as part of Preller’s scouting group.
Tensions are always high when the San Diego Padres face the Los Angeles Dodgers. But one weekend a season, the two teams come together to represent the National League in the All-Star game. This season, outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr., third baseman Manny ...
San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. is making moves early in the MLB offseason. The San Diego Padres are in the midst of a busy offseason, looking to retool the roster and remain in postseason contention while maintaining payroll flexibility.