Fernando Tatis Jr.

After two uneven seasons, Fernando Tatis Jr. re-established himself as an elite five-category force in 2025 and projects to remain there in 2026. Projections call for another 30-plus homer, 25-steal campaign with triple-digit runs atop the Padres lineup, supported by strong on-base skills and premium batted-ball quality. His improved plate discipline and reduced strikeout rate from last season point to a more stable batting-average floor than in earlier seasons. At the same time, underlying metrics suggest his power output still has room to grow. Entering his age-27 season with his role and health stabilized, Tatis profiles as a legitimate Top-5 overall fantasy upside play in 2026 drafts.

Fernando Tatis powers Padres to victory over Diamondbacks

Fernando Tatis Jr. went 1-for-2 in win over the Diamondbacks with a home run, one run scored, one RBI, and a walk.

Fantasy Impact

The 26-year-old continues a solid stretch at the plate, hitting .269 with eight home runs and 19 RBI over his last 30 games for the Padres. After yesterday’s win, Tatis is hitting .267 with 25 home runs and 71 RBI across 154 games this season.