2006 NLDS vs St. Louis Cardinals
Padres win NL West but fall to Cardinals in NLDS 3–0.
The 2006 San Diego Padres season was the 38th season in franchise history. The Padres captured their second consecutive National League West title, with a record of 88–74, tied with the Los Angeles Dodgers by virtue of winning the season series 13–5 against the Dodgers.
Quick Facts
- Series result
- Cardinals Sweep (3-0)
- Padres regular season record
- 88-74
- Venues
- Petco Park and Busch Stadium II
- Key padres starter
- Jake Peavy
- Key cardinals star
- Albert Pujols
Lore & Background
The Padres were eliminated in the NLDS by the eventual World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals, losing the series in a sweep (3–0).
Reader's Guide
The Padres finished the regular season with 88 wins, while the Cardinals had 83 wins. The Padres had more wins than the Cardinals entering the NLDS.
Did You Know?
- Bruce Bochy ended his 12-season tenure as Padres manager after 2006, having won four division titles.
- The Padres would not make the playoffs again until 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the outcome of the 2006 NLDS between these two teams?
The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the San Diego Padres in a three-game sweep. This abrupt series loss ended San Diego's playoff campaign immediately after their regular season success.
Which stadiums hosted the games during this divisional matchup?
Games were split between Petco Park and Busch Stadium III across both cities. This marked the first time the Padres played a postseason game in their new home ballpark.
Who represented the top talent for each squad in this series?
Jake Peavy was the primary ace pitching for San Diego, while Albert Pujols anchored the Cardinals lineup. Their performances were central to the competitive narrative of the matchup.
How did the Padres reach the postseason that specific year?
They qualified as a Wild Card entrant following a regular season record of 98 wins and 64 losses. This achievement set high hopes before they faced the division champion Cardinals.
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