Fan mail address
San Diego Padres
PETCO Park
100 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
USA
Address information
PETCO Park
(Baseball Park)
100 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
USA
Phone: (619) 795-5000
Fax: (619) 497-5454
The San Diego Padres are a professional baseball team based in San Diego, California. They are a member of the National League (NL) West division of Major League Baseball (MLB). Established in 1969, the Padres have become known for their vibrant team colors, passionate fan base, and efforts to contend for a championship in one of the most competitive leagues in sports.
The Padres were founded in 1969 as an expansion team, entering the league alongside the Montreal Expos. The team played its first game on April 8, 1969, against the Houston Astros. The name “Padres,” which means “fathers” in Spanish, was chosen to reflect the city’s rich Hispanic heritage. The Padres’ original colors were brown and yellow, symbolizing the city’s sunny climate.
In their early years, the Padres struggled to find success, finishing in last place in their division multiple times during the 1970s. However, they built a fan base and established themselves as an integral part of the San Diego community. The team’s home games were held at San Diego Stadium, later known as Jack Murphy Stadium, which provided a picturesque backdrop for baseball.
The Padres began to turn their fortunes around in the late 1970s and early 1980s. In 1984, the team made its first postseason appearance, securing a spot in the NL Championship Series (NLCS) against the Chicago Cubs. The Padres won the series and advanced to the World Series, where they faced the Detroit Tigers. Despite their best efforts, the Padres fell short, losing the championship in five games.
