Fernando Tatis Jr. said he could be back on the field next month amid a stress reaction in his thigh bone that has left him out since June.
The San Diego Padres star said he expects to return to action in September after taking batting practice on Friday, per the Associated Press (h/t ESPN).
"It felt really good just being outside with the boys, ramping up," Tatis said. "Every day a step closer."
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