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As Tatis Jr. knocks on door, Padres face Freddy Galvis question - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Fernando Tatis Jr. best Padres shortstop discussion
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Friar talk: What if the Padres don't back up Freddy Galvis at shortstop?
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SI MLB on X: For nearly their entire existence, Padres have had a never-ending run of mediocrity at shortstop. @JATayler covers Freddy Galvis, Ozzie Smith and the hope for Fernando Tatis Jr.
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Friar talk: What if the Padres don't back up Freddy Galvis at shortstop?
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Padres notes: Tatis' highlights replaces Galvis' dependability; Reyes' lineup position; catching pattern
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AskThePadres: Freddy Galvis & Fernando Tatis Jr., by FriarWire
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Friar talk: What if the Padres don't back up Freddy Galvis at shortstop?
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Friar talk: What if the Padres don't back up Freddy Galvis at shortstop?