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Fernando Tatis Jr. is hitting baseballs harder than anyone. None are leaving the yard
- Tatis Jr. remains homerless through the early season despite leading MLB in hard-hit rate.
- A late April game saw Tatis hit a 102.8 mph line drive but only produce a sacrifice fly.
- Padres coaches say drills aim to put Tatis in a great spot to drive the ball.
- Coaches note that hitting mechanics are working but results haven’t followed yet.
- Padres bench coach noted Tatis remains close and is working daily to rebound.
- Padres manager Craig Stammen emphasizes a long season and team effort to win.
- Tatis’s April slump coincides with historic power drought compared to his own career norms.
- Tatis has undergone past injuries and a PED suspension, adding to the context of his drought.
- Padres remained in contention despite Tatis’s slow start, with an 19-11 April record.
- Tatis emphasizes that success requires a full team, not just individual stars.
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