1984 World Series Runner-Up
The Padres' first World Series, lost to Detroit.
The 1984 World Series was the 81st World Series, played between the American League champion Detroit Tigers and the National League champion San Diego Padres. The Tigers won in five games, their first title since 1968.
Quick Facts
- Opponent
- Detroit Tigers
- Result
- Tigers won 4–1
Lore & Background
It was the first World Series under commissioner Peter Ueberroth, who took office on October 1, 1984, after chairing that summer's Los Angeles Olympics. It was also the last World Series to use the designated hitter in an NL team's ballpark until MLB adopted the universal DH in 2022.
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