The Padres’ lineup with Xander Bogaerts (and, eventually, Fernando Tatis Jr.) is downright absurd
Xander #Xander
If we couldn’t tell from the reported Trea Turner and Aaron Judge negotiations, the San Diego Padres were ready to open up their wallet for yet another big name to their lineup this offseason.
And that’s what they did late Wednesday night, signing shortstop Xander Bogaerts to a reported 11-year (!), $280 million contract for the 30-year-old.
That’s right: This is a team that now has Bogaerts, Fernando Tatis Jr. (14 years, $340 million) and Manny Machado (10 years, $300 million). And at some point, if they want to keep Juan Soto long term, they’ll have to pay him.
WOW.
So what does this lineup look like as of Thursday morning, and when Tatis returns from suspension? Here you go:
Gahhhhh! And DH “TBD”! Whew, this is ridiculous. This version made me laugh:
Seriously, though. Have fun with this one, pitchers!
MORE:
Bills will feel Von Miller’s absence, but they can still win Super Bowl 57
Boston Celtics vs. Phoenix Suns, live stream, prediction, TV channel, time, how to watch the NBA
Best Christmas gifts for the outdoor enthusiast, check them out now
Atlanta Hawks vs. New York Knicks, live stream, prediction, TV channel, time, how to watch the NBA
Rob Pelinka’s most important moment as Lakers GM is now