Padres manager Mike Shildt said Fernando Tatis Jr. is expected to make his Cactus League debut on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Tatis will be playing with most of the regulars in the Padres lineup. He had been sidelined due to an illness.

Fernando Tatis Jr. is back at Padres camp on Wednesday after being away with an illness.

Fantasy Impact

Padres manager Mike Shildt said Wednesday will likely be a light day for Tatis as he builds up. He should get back into a game soon.

Padres manager Mike Shildt said Fernando Tatis Jr. is still battling illness.

Fantasy Impact

It remains unclear when Tatis will play in his first Cactus League game. "He's going to require a little bit more recovery," Shildt said.

Fernando Tatis Jr. is absent from Saturday’s Cactus League opener due to illness.

Fantasy Impact

This appears to be a minor issue, but Tatis may miss a few days before making his spring debut. The 26-year-old remains a top-tier fantasy asset, and a short absence early in camp shouldn't impact his readiness for Opening Day. Fantasy managers should monitor his return timeline, but there's no reason for concern at this point.

Fernando Tatis Jr. returns to the lineup for the San Diego Padres against the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Tatis Jr. is back after receiving Saturday’s contest off for routine rest, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting second against the Diamondbacks for manager Mike Shildt Sunday.