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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. 'just happy' to play after 18 months
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Tatis homers, Padres rally for 5-3 win over Diamondbacks
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Fernando Tatis Jr. return date from suspension in 2023
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Tatis feeling better, could return soon to Padres lineup – KXAN Austin
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San Diego Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. expects to swing bat in 2
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Tatis' spectacular catch, Soto's soaring homer help the Padres
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Tatis hits 1st HR since PED suspension, gives Padres lead
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Fernando Tatis Jr. returns to Petco Park
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All-Star uniforms a swing and a miss, MLB players say
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MLB: Fernando Tatis Jr. 'is cleared for baseball activities' amid
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Fernando Tatis Jr. ready for return to Major Leagues