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Juan Soto homer lifts Padres to win over Braves
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Tatis Jr.'s absence highlights baseball's ever-growing capacity
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Rosenthal: Tatis Jr.'s All-Star snub sends 'strong message
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San Diego shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. suspended 80 games after
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Tatis' spectacular catch, Soto's soaring homer help the Padres
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Padres star Tatis suspended 80 games for positive drug test
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Fernando Tatis Jr. Suspended 80 Games for PED Use - The New York Times
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Juan Soto homer lifts Padres to win over Braves
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Fernando Tatis Jr. apologizes, to have shoulder surgery during
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Tatis' spectacular catch, Soto's soaring homer help the Padres
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Fantasy Impact: Fernando Tatis Jr. Returns