A Rich History of Baseball Spring Training in Yuma, AZ!

1969 - 1993 Padres Spring Training

Spring training baseball with the Padres began in 1969 at Keegan Field on 24th street while Desert Sun Stadium was being Built. The first game was on March 6, 1970.

Who's Who of the Major League Baseball World!

An Opportunity of a Lifetime

During the more than two decades of professional baseball in Yuma Arizona, the residents had many opportunities to watch the best in the league play in their hometown and from a very close distance.

Ray Kroc:

The early owner of McDonalds, Ray Kroc bought the Padres in 1974.

His ownership of the team was key in hosting the Padres Spring Training in Yuma Arizona and in refurbishing and maintaining Desert Sun Stadium.

Began

1969

Ended

1993

Location

Desert Sun Stadium

1280 Desert Sun Drive

Yuma, Arizona 85365

A Rich History of Baseball Spring Training in Yuma, AZ!

1969 - 1993 Padres Spring Training

Who's Who of the Major League Baseball World!

An Opportunity of a Lifetime

Ray Kroc:

The early owner of McDonalds, Ray Kroc bought the Padres in 1974.

His ownership of the team was key in hosting the Padres Spring Training in Yuma Arizona and in refurbishing and maintaining Desert Sun Stadium.

The Caballeros de Yuma

were the Proud Sponsors

1969 - 1993 Padres Spring Training In Yuma Arizona

Photos to come...

A Rich History of Baseball Spring Training in Yuma, AZ!

1969 - 1993 Padres Spring Training

Who's Who of the Major League Baseball World!

An Opportunity of a Lifetime

Ray Kroc:

The early owner of McDonalds, Ray Kroc bought the Padres in 1974.

His ownership of the team was key in hosting the Padres Spring Training in Yuma Arizona and in refurbishing and maintaining Desert Sun Stadium.

The Caballeros de Yuma

were the Proud Sponsors

1969 - 1993 Padres Spring Training In Yuma Arizona

Photos to come...

An Opportunity of a Lifetime