The Padres believe De Vries eventually could approach the type of impact Merrill and Fernando Tatis Jr. are making, but here’s more context: Tatis compiled more than 1,200 plate appearances in ...

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The San Diego Padres are taking their time with top prospect Leo De Vries, not wanting to promote him too quickly. At just 18 years old, the shortstop could make his big league debut in 2026, if ...