San Diego Padres’ Key Trio Missing from Action Due to COVID-19 Safety Measures

Introduction

On May 11, 2021, the San Diego Padres made the difficult decision to put their talented young shortstop, Fernando Tatis Jr. , on the injured list after he tested positive for COVID-19. Following his removal from team activities, the organization had to also bench their all-star outfielder, Wil Myers, who was quarantined during their Tuesday night game against the Colorado Rockies due to his own positive test result.

On that same night, the San Diego Padres managed to achieve victory over the Colorado Rockies, concluding the game with an impressive score of 8-1. Yet, the team faced additional challenges, as they also had to set aside their all-star and former World Series champion first baseman, Eric Hosmer , along with versatile players Jurickson Profar and Jorge Mateo. All three were implicated in the MLB's COVID-19 contact tracing efforts.

With their talented trio of Hosmer, Tatis Jr., and Myers, as well as Profar and Mateo, out of action, the San Diego Padres found themselves in a tight spot, particularly because they were slated to compete in a double-header against the Colorado Rockies the following day, May 12, 2021. Such a situation is far from favorable for any MLB team; however, these difficulties are a reflection of the ongoing battle against the COVID-19 pandemic that the United States and the rest of the globe are currently facing. San Diego Padres Statement from Padres’ Manager Jayce Tingler

"It’s certainly not an optimal situation, but I have to commend our players for their efforts tonight. We dealt with quite a bit of chaos. With our bench being so limited, everyone rose to the occasion and contributed. (Tatis Jr.) did nothing wrong. He’s very upset because he wants to be here with his teammates, wants to play, and wants to contribute. We're just a few players short of being at full strength. Will we manage to get back to that? It’s uncertain. However, I remain hopeful. The protocols are designed to provide a competitive edge when we reach that 85% threshold. Our players are knowledgeable, and we continuously educate them about this situation. It is a setback, but we still have the roster to move forward,” asserted Padres' manager Jayce Tingler.

Career Highlights, Accolades, and Awards of Fernando Tatis Jr.

Career Highlights, Accolades, and Awards of Wil Myers

• All – MLB First Team (2020)
• Silver Slugger Award (2020)

Career Highlights, Accolades, and Awards of Eric Hosmer

• MLB All – Star (2016)
• American League Rookie of the Year (2013)
• Hit for the Cycle on April 10, 2017

Latest MLB Standings as of May 12, 2021

• MLB All – Star (2016)
• World Series Champion (2015)
• 4 Time Gold Glove Award (2013, 2014, 2015, 2017)
• Silver Slugger Award (2017)
• All – World Baseball Classic Team (2017)

Philadelphia Phillies: 19 Wins – 17 Losses, 1.5 Games Back

American League East

Boston Red Sox 22 – 16 0 Games Behind

New York Yankees 20 – 16 1 Games Behind

Toronto Blue Jays 19 – 16 1.5 Games Behind

Tampa Bay Rays 19 – 19 3 Games Behind

Baltimore Orioles 16 – 21 5.5 Games Behind

American League Central

Chicago White Sox 20 – 13 0 Games Behind

Cleveland Indians 20 – 14 0.5 Games Behind

Kansas City Royals 16 – 19 5 Games Behind

Minnesota Twins 12 – 21 8 Games Behind

Detroit Tigers 12 – 24 9.5 Games Behind

American League West

Oakland Athletics 23 – 15 0 Games Behind

Houston Astros 19 – 17 3 Games Behind

Seattle Mariners 18 – 18 4 Games Behind

Texas Rangers 18 – 20 5 Games Behind

Los Angeles Angels 16 – 19 5.5 Games Behind

National League East

New York Mets 18 – 13 0 Games Behind

Washington Nationals: 13 Wins – 18 Losses, 5 Games Back

Atlanta Braves 17 – 19 3.5 Games Behind

Miami Marlins 15 – 20 5 Games Behind

Arizona Diamondbacks: 17 Wins – 19 Losses, 5 Games Back

National League Central

St. Louis Cardinals 22 – 14 0 Games Behind

Milwaukee Brewers 19 – 17 3 Games Behind

Cincinnati Reds 17 – 17 4 Games Behind

Chicago Cubs 17 – 19 5 Games Behind

Pittsburgh Pirates 15 – 21 7 Games Behind

National League West

San Francisco Giants 22 – 14 0 Games Behind

San Diego Padres 21 – 17 2 Games Behind

Los Angeles Dodgers 19 – 17 3 Games Behind

As per Intertops sportsbook, here are the updated odds for winning the 2021 MLB World Series as of May 12, 2021. Presently, the San Diego Padres hold the third-best odds in the race for the overall title in this exciting 162-game MLB regular season and upcoming playoffs.

Colorado Rockies 13 – 24 9.5 Games Behind

Odds to Win the MLB 2021 World Series

Team Odds

Los Angeles Dodgers +350
San Diego Padres +800
New York Yankees                             +650
Chicago White Sox +900
New York Mets                                  +850
Oakland Athletics +1600
Atlanta Braves                                     +1400
Houston Astros +1600
Toronto Blue Jays +1800
St. Louis Cardinals +1800
Boston Red Sox +1800
Milwaukee Brewers +2000
Tampa Bay Rays +2200
Philadelphia Phillies +2800
Minnesota Twins +3300
Cincinnati Reds +3300
Cleveland Indians +3300
San Francisco Giants +3300
Los Angeles Angels +4000
Washington Nationals +5000
Chicago Cubs +5000
Miami Marlins +5000
Kansas City Royals +6600
Seattle Mariners +8000
Texas Rangers +15000
Arizona Diamondbacks +20000
Baltimore Orioles +20000
Colorado Rockies +30000
Pittsburgh Pirates +30000
Detroit Tigers +50000
“Fernando Tatis Jr. and Wil Myers test positive for COVID-19; Three other San Diego Padres sidelined due to contact tracing concerns”

Sources:

“San Diego Padres coping without outfielder Wil Myers, bringing in replacements” , Alden Gonzalez, espn.com, May 11, 2021.

“U.S., MLB Futures, 2021 World Series Prospects: Betting Odds” , espn.com, May 12, 2021.

“Fernando Tatis Jr.” , baseball-reference.com, May 12, 2021.

“Wil Myers” , baseball-reference.com, May 12, 2021.

“Eric Hosmer” , baseball-reference.com, May 12, 2021.

“MLB Standings 2021” , espn.com, May 12, 2021.

Strategically sound methods and guidance for casino games such as blackjack, craps, and roulette, along with countless others available for play. , intertops.eu, May 12, 2021.

Written by: David Green