The San Diego Padres Encyclopedia
Comprehensive chronicle of Padres history from 1969–2000, featuring Tony Gwynn on the cover and in-depth profiles of franchise legends.
Description
The San Diego Padres Encyclopedia is the first full-scale reference work dedicated to the franchise’s history, spanning its 1969 expansion roots through the 2000 season. This particular copy came directly from Tony Gwynn’s personal collection—fitting, as Gwynn is featured prominently on the cover and throughout the text. Widely considered the greatest Padre of all time, Gwynn played all 20 of his Major League seasons in San Diego and became the face of the franchise. The book documents every season and major milestone, including the Padres’ World Series appearances in 1984 and 1998. It profiles cornerstone players such as Dave Winfield, Trevor Hoffman, Randy Jones, Steve Garvey, and Ken Caminiti, as well as notable figures like Ray Kroc and Jerry Coleman. Many player biographies are based on first-hand interviews, adding unique context to the franchise’s evolution. With detailed stats, a “This Date in Padres History” timeline, all-time transactions, and a curated dream roster, this volume stands as both an archival reference and a snapshot of the Padres’ defining era.
Dimensions:
11" x 9" x 1.25"
All dimensions are approximate.
Disclaimer: Condition may vary slightly from photos, with unique marks that highlight the item’s authenticity as a career artifact.
This item features a silver OVD, verifying its authenticity through the Tony Gwynn Estate. A TRuEST™ authenticator was not on-site to witness its awarding, which is why this item does not carry our gold-level witness-based authentication OVD.
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