This date in Padres history: May 15

1984: Every batter in the lineup gets a hit, including leadoff batter Tony Gwynn and pitcher Tim Lollar with two each, but the Padres fall 6-4 at Jack Murphy Stadium to the Montreal Expos, taking their sixth straight loss. The streak extends to seven the next day as the Padres fall to 18-18. Then they win 18 of their next 23 to take control of the National League West en route to the first pennant in franchise history.

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After a lengthy journey to the missions around the globe, the ever-popular Friar John has returned to San Diego to provide unique insight on his favorite team, the San Diego Padres. Look for Friar John’s entries here in 2008 as his Padres set their sights on regaining the top spot in the NL West.

This date in Padres history: May 15

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