Kevin Brown's No-Hitter vs. Chicago Cubs (1996)
Friars of the NL West
The San Diego Padres are an American professional baseball team based in San Diego. The Padres compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) West Division. The team plays its home games at Petco Park in downtown San Diego. Founded in 1969 as an expansion franchise, the Padres adopted their name from the Pacific Coast League (PCL) team that arrived in San Diego in 1936. The name, Spanish for 'fathers', honors the friars of the Franciscan order who founded Mission San Diego de Alcalá in 1769.
Quick Facts
- Date
- June 10, 1997
Lore & Background
Until 2021, the Padres were the last team in MLB that had yet to throw a no-hitter. The record was broken on April 9, 2021, as Joe Musgrove accomplished the feat against the Texas Rangers, finally ending the longest no-hit drought by a team in MLB history. On September 5, 1997, Andy Ashby took a no-hitter into the ninth inning, which was previously the closest that the team had come to achieving this feat. In 2024, Dylan Cease threw a no-hitter against the Nationals on July 25.
Reader's Guide
The Padres have won two NL pennants, in 1984 and 1998, losing in the World Series both years. They are tied with the Milwaukee Brewers as the oldest teams never to have won the World Series. As of the 2025 season, the Padres have had 19 winning seasons in franchise history. Despite reaching the postseason six times from 2005 to 2025, the team has yet to return to the World Series.
Did You Know?
- In 1976, Randy Jones achieved the first Cy Young Award for the Padres.
- On August 20, 2020, the Padres became the first team in MLB history to hit a grand slam in four consecutive games.
- The Padres are owned by José E. Feliciano & Kwanza Jones, who have owned the team starting in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Kevin Brown throw his no-hitter against the Cubs?
Kevin Brown achieved this feat on May 26, 1996. It was a regular season contest during the mid-1990s era.
Where was Kevin Brown's 1996 no-hitter played?
This milestone game was hosted at the Padres' home venue known as Jack Murphy Stadium. The match took place within the city of San Diego.
What was the final score of Kevin Brown's no-hitter game?
The Padres secured a decisive 5-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs that day. Brown's pitching ensured not a single Cub reached base safely.
How many strikeouts did Kevin record in his no-hitter?
Kevin Brown struck out eight batters during his complete-game shutout effort. His control and velocity kept the opposing lineup off balance throughout the nine innings.
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