MUST WATCH: Fernando Tatis Jr.'s first home run of 2026 is a bomb
Fernando Tatis Jr. has hit his first home run of the 2026 MLB season. The home run came during a game against the Washington Nationals, where he launched the ball 451 feet into left field. This marks a significant moment for Tatis, who had been struggling to find his power early in the season.
- ▪Fernando Tatis Jr. hit his first home run of the 2026 season on May 30.
- ▪He launched the ball 451 feet into left field against Foster Griffin of the Washington Nationals.
- ▪Tatis had a .272 batting average through 237 plate appearances before the home run.
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