Indeed, the likeliest scenario is that Arraez will be chasing a fourth batting title (halfway to Tony Gwynn) as the first ...

Over 25 years later, their legacy continues to resonate with Padres fans. Long before the current era of stars like Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Jackson Merrill, it was Tony Gwynn ...

Arraez is not a star, lacking the power/speed/defense attributes of the Tony Gwynns and Rod Carews. But his bat-to-ball excellence lengthens lineups, keeps him in demand.