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Padres Lock in Tatis Jr. with Record Extension

4/8/2025

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The San Diego Padres have secured superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. with a groundbreaking contract extension, locking him in for over ten years as Spring Training kicks off. At just 22, Tatis, who dazzled fans with 39 home runs in his first 150 games—a record for shortstops—also boasts a no-trade clause, solidifying his future in San Diego.

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Story summary

The San Diego Padres have secured superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. with a groundbreaking contract extension, locking him in for over ten years as Spring Training kicks off. At just 22, Tatis, who dazzled fans with 39 home runs in his first 150 games—a record for shortstops—also boasts a no-trade clause, solidifying his future in San Diego.