Dodgers 12, Padres Getting Closer
In the 1984 Baseball Abstract, Bill James wrote this to close out the chapter on the San Diego Padres:
My respect for Ballard Smith and his orderly, effective administration of this team continues to grow. The Padres are going to be one of the most exciting teams to watch in 1984; if McReynolds and Martínez come through, they could be tough to beat. The …