Tatis Jr. hit in head by fastball, continues playing

Fernando Tatis Jr. was hit in the head by a 95 mph fastball during a spring training game on March 14, 2025. The pitch, thrown by Texas Rangers pitcher Kumar Rocker, knocked Tatis to the ground, causing concern among fans. Despite the injury, Tatis Jr. continued to play and contributed to the San Diego Padres' 9-8 victory. He narrowly avoided another potential hit later in the game from pitcher Dane Dunning. Earlier this month, Tatis signed a management deal with Rimas Sports, co-owned by musician Bad Bunny. This agency will handle his marketing and brand relations, despite ongoing issues with the Major League Baseball Players Association regarding the agency's leadership.