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Projection Model REVEALS Unexpected Winners as Padres Lineup Faces MAJOR Shakeup
San Diego Padres’ 2026 outlook surprises as Fangraphs’ ZiPS projections spotlight Fernando Tatis Jr. and Jackson Merrill as potential all-star anchors. Can Tatis return to MVP-level offense, and is Merrill poised for a breakout season in the outfield? Javier Reyes breaks down why ZiPS loves Luis Campusano’s upside, Xander Bogaerts’ bounce-back potential, and Mason Miller’s dominance out of the bullpen.
But it's not all fun and games, with warnings of regression for Randy Vázquez, Ramón Laureano, and Gavin Sheets. Can newcomers Walker Buehler and Griffin Canning stabilize the rotation? Will…
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