Fernando Tatis Jr's Status Revealed for Padres vs Rockies on Friday Night

Apr 7, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Athletics during the sixth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

The San Diego Padres (10-3) are kicking off a three-game series with the National League West rival Colorado Rockies (3-9) on Friday night.

Manager Mike Shildt told reporters ahead of Friday's game that he expects the injured Fernando Tatis Jr. to be back in the lineup on Friday night.

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Don’t have a lineup yet.
But one important guy will be in there, according to Mike Shildt: Fernando Tatis Jr.

— Kevin Acee (@sdutKevinAcee) April 11, 2025

Tatis left Tuesday's game early after injuring his shoulder. However, after missing only Wednesday's game, he'll return to San Diego's lineup for Friday's series opener.

All-Star infielder Jake Cronenworth, however, was placed on the injured list ahead of Friday's game due to a non-displaced rib fracture. Utility man Tyler Wade joined the active roster in his place.

Padres vs Rockies Pitching Matchup

The Padres are sending right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta to the mound, who's 1-1 with a 2.70 ERA on the year. He'll be facing off against Rockies right-handed German Marquez, who's 0-1 with a 2.45 ERA.

Rockies Lineup vs Padres

Today's #Rockies lineup: pic.twitter.com/kBsVLa9ARv

— Jeff Sanders (@sdutSanders) April 11, 2025

Padres Lineup vs Rockies

Game 14: Rockies at Padres (Márquez vs. Pivetta), 6:40 p.m. PT at Petco Park

Tatis back in the lineup, and back in the leadoff spot. As expected, Jose Iglesias takes over at second base for the injured Jake Cronenworth. pic.twitter.com/pLGeeksgkp

— AJ Cassavell (@AJCassavell) April 11, 2025

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How to Watch Padres vs Rockies on Friday Night

First pitch for Padres vs. Rockies on Friday, April 11 is 6:40 p.m. PT/9:40 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on SDPA and COLR.

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