History of Fernando Tatís Jr. in Timeline

Fernando Tatís Jr., nicknamed "El Niño" and "Bebo", is a Dominican professional baseball player. He currently plays right field and shortstop for the San Diego Padres in MLB. He is the son of former MLB player Fernando Tatís Sr. Known for his exciting style of play, Tatís Jr. is considered one of the most dynamic and talented young stars in baseball.

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January 2, 1999: Fernando Tatís Jr. was born

On January 2, 1999, Fernando Gabriel Tatís Medina Jr., nicknamed "El Niño" and "Bebo", was born. He is the son of former MLB player Fernando Tatís Sr.

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2015: Signed by the Chicago White Sox

In 2015, Fernando Tatís Jr. was signed by the Chicago White Sox as an international free agent from the Dominican Prospect League.

June 4, 2016: Traded to the San Diego Padres

On June 4, 2016, the White Sox traded the 17-year-old Fernando Tatís Jr. and Erik Johnson to the Padres for James Shields before Tatís had played a professional game.

2017: Played for Fort Wayne TinCaps and San Antonio Missions

In 2017, Fernando Tatís Jr. played for the Fort Wayne TinCaps and the San Antonio Missions, achieving a combined batting average of .278 with 22 home runs and 75 RBIs. Defensively, he made 30 errors and had a .936 fielding percentage.

July 23, 2018: Season-ending surgery for broken thumb

On July 23, 2018, Fernando Tatís Jr. underwent season-ending surgery for a broken left thumb and ligament damage, which was suffered during a head-first slide.

March 26, 2019: Made Padres Opening Day roster

On March 26, 2019, the Padres announced that Fernando Tatís Jr. made their Opening Day roster.

April 1, 2019: First Major League Home Run

On April 1, 2019, Fernando Tatís Jr. hit his first major league home run.

2019: Season cut short by back injury

In 2019, Fernando Tatís Jr.'s season was cut short due to a back injury. Despite this, he finished with a .317 batting average, 22 home runs, and came in third place for the National League Rookie of the Year Award.

2020: Grand Slam Controversy

In the 2020 season, Fernando Tatís Jr. was part of a four-game grand slam streak for the Padres. He stirred controversy when he swung at a 3-0 pitch while already ahead by seven runs against the Texas Rangers, leading to discussions about baseball's unwritten rules.

July 6, 2021: Media attention for a high catch

On July 6, 2021, Fernando Tatís Jr. received media attention for an unusually high catch, which appeared to resemble a double jump typically seen in video games.

December 2021: Possible motorcycle accident

In December 2021, A.J. Preller hinted at a motorcycle accident in the Dominican Republic, possibly related to a fractured scaphoid bone that Fernando Tatís Jr. suffered.

2021: Signed 14-year contract extension with the Padres

In 2021, Fernando Tatís Jr. signed a 14-year, $340 million contract extension with the San Diego Padres, making it the third-richest contract in MLB history at the time. He had an agreement with Big League Advance, so a portion of his future earnings would go to them.

March 16, 2022: Underwent wrist surgery

On March 16, 2022, Fernando Tatís Jr. underwent surgery for a fractured scaphoid bone in his wrist. General manager A. J. Preller hinted it was from a motorcycle accident in December 2021.

August 12, 2022: Suspended for 80 games after positive drug test

On August 12, 2022, Fernando Tatís Jr. was suspended for 80 games after testing positive for Clostebol, an anabolic steroid. He claimed it was from a medication for ringworm, but this led to skepticism.

August 27, 2022: Adidas drops Tatís as sponsor

On August 27, 2022, Adidas dropped Fernando Tatís Jr. from his sponsorship due to his suspension for using a performance-enhancing substance.

April 13, 2023: Recorded 3 home runs and 8 RBI in a game

On April 13, 2023, while playing for the Padres' Triple-A affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas, Fernando Tatís Jr. recorded 3 home runs and 8 RBIs in a game.

June 24, 2024: Placed on injured list with a femoral stress reaction

On June 24, 2024, Fernando Tatís Jr. was placed on the injured list due to a femoral stress reaction in his right quadricep.

May 3, 2025: Stole 100th career base

On May 3, 2025, Fernando Tatís Jr. stole his 100th career stolen base against the Pittsburgh Pirates, stealing third base in the top of the ninth inning.