MARCH 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
We asked AI to predict how Padres will do in 2025 MLB season: Here's what it had to say ft. Fernando Tatis Jr.
The San Diego Padres will be one of the most interesting teams to keep an eye on this season for a number of reasons.
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MARCH 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
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MARCH 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
LaMonte Wade Jr. - Likely to bat leadoff vs. righties
Wade is expected to begin the regular season batting leadoff against right-handed pitchers, Maria Guardado of MLB.com reports.
Impact While Wade doesn't possess the speed of a prototypical leadoff batter, his ability to draw walks has made him a top candidate for the role. The 31-year-old's .219 batting average during spring training is unimpressive, though he has drawn 10 walks, resulting in a .422 on-base percentage. "He's got that kind of eye," manager Bob Melvin said Tuesday. "It's really unique in the game. We're seeing it again this spring. We feel pretty good about him in the leadoff spot." Wade has primarily been utilized at first base but made five starts in the outfield last season. If he bats leadoff against right-handed pitchers, Jung Hoo Lee will likely slide into the three-hole.
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
Luis Matos - Remains on track for platoon role
Matos is expected to make the Opening Day roster and form a platoon with Mike Yastrzemski in right field, Maria Guardado of MLB.com reports.
Impact Matos has been impressive during Cactus League play, hitting .358 with two home runs, 11 RBI and two steals across 53 at-bats. The 23-year-old recorded a .213/.237/.347 slash line over 45 regular-season games in the 2024 campaign, and he struggled to stay settled at the plate, finishing with a 40.1 percent chase rate. However, Matos could be in line for an increased role in 2025 after bouncing between the big leagues and Triple-A Sacramento last season. "He is getting better pitches to hit, and that's always going to be, for him, the most important thing," manager Bob Melvin said. "Not chasing too much. Last year, when he was getting good pitches to hit, he went crazy, and then all of a sudden he was a little bit too aggressive. Even though he hasn't walked [a lot], we've seen him take some first pitches. We've seen him get a little bit deeper in counts. I think that is a progression for him."
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
