Manager Mike Shildt stated, “It’s imperative that we obtain production from the individuals who have historically provided us with production.” That is crucial. It’s no secret at all. I am aware of their efforts and the quality of their work and preparedness. And everything has been excellent. Additionally, when they normalize their data, it will be extremely beneficial to our goals.
Entering Friday’s game against the Kansas City Royals, Xander Bogaerts, Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. are batting a combined .236/.298/.365 while the rest of the Padres have a .264/.332/.398 line. If it weren’t for Jurickson Profar and Jake Cronenworth leading the team with 35 RBIs each, the Padres wouldn’t even be in the Wild Card conversation.
The Padres are aware that they need more from their big three players, but Machado and Tatis must step up with Bogaerts out for another seven weeks due to a left shoulder fracture.
The San Diego Padres could have one of the best records in baseball but they aren’t close. The culprit is simple — they aren’t better.
San Diego built its roster around Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts. All three of them have underachieved at the plate this season.
