SAN DIEGO -- Cory Spangenberg finished his 2015 season on a tear. A highly-touted prospect entering that season, Spangenberg seemed destined to become a fixture in the Padres' infield for years to come.
It didn't happen as quickly as he -- or the Padres -- would have liked. But two years later, Spangenberg might finally be staking his claim at third base.
Since the All-Star break, he's hitting .330/.410/.583 with six home runs, entering play Tuesday against the Phillies. Counting his lone dinger for Triple-A El Paso, Spangenberg has more homers this year (12) than any year in his life.