National and American League Standouts Recognized

Fernando Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres and Dylan Moore of the Seattle Mariners have been named the National League and American league Players of the Week, respectively. Both players demonstrated exceptional performance, contributing significantly to their teams’ successes.

Fernando Tatis Jr.: “El Niño” Claims His Third Title

At 26 years old, fernando Tatis Jr., the dynamic outfielder for the San Diego Padres, has secured his third career Player of the Week award. His previous wins were in August 2020 and april 2021. While his talent was evident early in his career as a shortstop, off-field issues temporarily stalled his progress. However, his return in 2023 was marked by a Gold glove award and a Top 14 MVP ranking, signaling a strong comeback.

After a slight dip in performance in 2024, coinciding with a position change to the outfield, Tatis Jr. has quickly adapted and emerged as an offensive leader in 2025. Currently, he leads MLB in Wins Above Replacement (WAR) with a remarkable 2.1, and tops the National League in home runs and slugging percentage (.508).His outstanding April performance includes 7 home runs and 13 RBIs. The Padres have capitalized on his contributions, starting the season strong with a 7-0 record and maintaining a solid performance throughout April.

Tatis Jr.’s Stellar Week: A Statistical Overview

• Batting Average: .375 (9-for-24)
• Home Runs: 4
• RBIs: 7
• Triples: 1
• Walks: 5
• Runs Scored: 9
• Slugging Percentage: .958
• On-Base Percentage: .483

Dylan Moore: A First-Time Honor for the Versatile Mariner

Dylan Moore, the 32-year-old utility player for the Seattle Mariners, has earned his first career Player of the Week award. A Gold Glove winner last year, Moore is coming off his best season with Seattle. The Yorba linda, California native has been a consistent performer since joining the Mariners in 2019.

Last season,moore showcased his offensive prowess,ranking high in the American League in several key categories. He was second in slugging percentage and OPS (1.176), tied for the lead in total bases (20), runs scored, and stolen bases, second in home runs, third in hits, and sixth in batting average. His versatility and consistent performance have made him a valuable asset to the Mariners.

Moore’s Impressive Week: By the Numbers

• Batting Average: .385 (10-for-26)
• Home Runs: 3
• RBIs: 5
• Doubles: 1
• Walks: 3
• Runs Scored: 6
• Slugging Percentage:.769
• On-Base Percentage: .407