The San Diego Padres' decision to sign Xander Bogaerts as a free agent opens up the question about Fernando Tatis Jr.'s long-term outlook with the organization.
Per ESPN's Alden Gonzalez, Tatis has " always been adamant" about playing shortstop.
Bogaerts made it clear during his introductory press conference on Dec. 9 he is still planning to play shortstop.
"I play infield. I play shortstop," he told reporters.
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