The San Diego Padres are slated to go head-to-head with the Tampa Bay Rays tonight, 9:40 p.m. ET. The fans seem pretty excited with one big question on everyone’s lips: Is Fernando Tatis Jr. playing? After a minor injury scare earlier on in the season, everyone's been keeping an avid watch on whether the Padres' star shortstop will be putting in an appearance in the lineup.
Fernando Tatis Jr. suffered from an injuryRecently, Fernando Tatis Jr. withdrew from a match against the Oakland Athletics earlier in April, when he experienced tightness in the hamstrings. Although not a serious injury, he was kept out of play by the franchise to avoid anything long-term. Fortunately, there was no structural damage, and after a quick recovery, he eventually rejoined the setup. Since then, he has been rather impressive: at bat and in the field.
Tatis Jr. is currently one of the hottest bats in the Padres' lineup, posting a .333 batting average with eight home runs and 17 RBIs. If the injury still nags him at all, he most definitely doesn't show it. His speed, swagger, and signature energy are all in full effect.
Why does his presence matter?
Fernando Tatis Jr. is not only a star but the heart of this Padres team, within which he happens to count in an electrifying fashion as the Padres moved to a very good 17-8 start. His leadership and electric play are keeping the wheels going against a pretty formidable Rays outfit, and the Padres would be all the better off having him going at full steam.
Will Fernando Tatis Jr. play tonight?As per the latest update, Fernando Tatis Jr. is still not in the official injury report of the Padres for tonight's 9:40 p.m. ET game against the Rays. And that's an incredible sign. Everything indicates he will go, and there won't be any unforeseen setbacks.
Everybody would love to see Fernando go back to the field. Unless there's a last-minute change in the lineup, fans should expect him to be at shortstop, anchoring the defence and powering the offence.
So, for those tuning in tonight, Fernando Tatis Jr. might be playing. And if he maintains this level of play, expect more highlight-reel moments and, hopefully, a Padres victory.
Also Read: “Not going to injury list”: Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr reacts after experiencing discomfort in shoulder
Fernando Tatis Jr. suffered from an injuryRecently, Fernando Tatis Jr. withdrew from a match against the Oakland Athletics earlier in April, when he experienced tightness in the hamstrings. Although not a serious injury, he was kept out of play by the franchise to avoid anything long-term. Fortunately, there was no structural damage, and after a quick recovery, he eventually rejoined the setup. Since then, he has been rather impressive: at bat and in the field.
Mike Shildt shared the latest injury updates on Fernando Tatis Jr., Jake Cronenworth, Jackson Merrill and Yu Darvish: pic.twitter.com/FdA7eG3HOm
— 97.3 The Fan (@973TheFanSD) April 11, 2025
Tatis Jr. is currently one of the hottest bats in the Padres' lineup, posting a .333 batting average with eight home runs and 17 RBIs. If the injury still nags him at all, he most definitely doesn't show it. His speed, swagger, and signature energy are all in full effect.
Why does his presence matter?
Fernando Tatis Jr. is not only a star but the heart of this Padres team, within which he happens to count in an electrifying fashion as the Padres moved to a very good 17-8 start. His leadership and electric play are keeping the wheels going against a pretty formidable Rays outfit, and the Padres would be all the better off having him going at full steam.
Will Fernando Tatis Jr. play tonight?As per the latest update, Fernando Tatis Jr. is still not in the official injury report of the Padres for tonight's 9:40 p.m. ET game against the Rays. And that's an incredible sign. Everything indicates he will go, and there won't be any unforeseen setbacks.
Everybody would love to see Fernando go back to the field. Unless there's a last-minute change in the lineup, fans should expect him to be at shortstop, anchoring the defence and powering the offence.
So, for those tuning in tonight, Fernando Tatis Jr. might be playing. And if he maintains this level of play, expect more highlight-reel moments and, hopefully, a Padres victory.
Also Read: “Not going to injury list”: Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr reacts after experiencing discomfort in shoulder
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