The metrics confirm it.
The arrival of Fernando Tatis Jr. in the outfield, as a right fielder, seems to have been salutary.
Since returning to action following a suspension for using the anabolic steroid clostebol, the Dominican is unrecognizable.
Recall that this spring, Tatis Jr. made a full transition to right field. He has worked on several aspects of his defensive game and it must be said that it would be rather ill-advised for the opposing runners to think that it will be easy to beat a relay.
As they say, don’t test your arm.
Numbers that speak
Before starting last Sunday’s game, the 24-year-old was the only right (or left) outfielder to have more than six outs in which he was directly involved.
He ranks first with 13 points saved with successful defensive plays.
Tatis Jr. also demonstrated the extent of his talent by removing Manuel Margot with a relay at home plate of 100.3 miles per hour. This withdrawal allowed the Padres to maintain a single point lead in their game against the Rays.
These little games made the difference, in addition to his offensive contribution, which is very good.
The Padres will need their key games where Fernando Tatis Jr. is at his best as they are currently ranked fourth in the National League West Division behind the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers and surprising Los Angeles Diamondbacks. arizona.
- Bryce Harper isn’t ready to play first base.
- Gio Urshela’s season is over.
