Yu Darvish returns, Tatis Jr. back in action, outside hitter released

The San Diego Padres beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Monday, with Fernando Tatis Jr. batting second and going 0-for-4 in his first game since June 21.

Here are all the headlines you might have missed on Monday:

After an extended absence of nearly three months due to injury and personal issues, Yu Darvish is expected to return and start for the San Diego Padres in their upcoming game on Wednesday against the Detroit Tigers, a significant return for the veteran pitcher and a potential big addition to the Padres rotation.

In preparation for the return of Fernando Tatis Jr., the Padres designated third-year player Jose Azócar for assignment, a necessary procedural move as well as a symbolic change for a team that had been counting on Azócar heading into spring training.

Drew Thorpe, a former prospect who was traded from the Padres to the Chicago White Sox, has suffered a season-ending injury. Thorpe’s scheduled surgery Saturday is an injury the Padres have avoided.

In a highly anticipated move, Fernando Tatis Jr. returned to the field against the Detroit Tigers. This return is crucial not only for Tatis Jr., but also for the Padres, who are looking to bolster their lineup heading into the season finale.

Recently acquired catcher Elías Díaz expressed excitement about his move to the Padres, a team headed to the postseason, after parting ways with the Colorado Rockies. Díaz is optimistic about his new role and the potential impact he can have on his new team.