August 20, 2024
FANGRAPHS
Padres
Jackson Merrill Is Already a Star
The 21-year-old rookie’s ability to cover the top and bottom of the strike zone is the key to his success so early in his career.
February 9, 2024
FANGRAPHS
Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. Needs to Get His Legs Back in Check
The Padres star struggled last year after missing the entire 2022 season. Let’s look at what went wrong and how he can return to form.
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