Xander Bogaerts’ slump has forced the Padres to drop him to eighth in the batting order — his lowest spot since 2015 — as his .220 average, 9 homers, and 38 RBIs fall far short of expectations for a $25.5M player. Despite a brief move to third, his May batting average of .193 hasn’t helped. The manager says it’s about easing pressure, while Bogaerts simply says, “Play better.” With the team struggling offensively and the trade deadline looming, the Padres need their star shortstop to deliver — and he’s determined to keep working and trusting the process. Can this lineup tweak spark the turnaround they desperately need?
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