The Top 10 Greatest San Diego Padres Players of All Time

The San Diego Padres have had a relatively long history, but it's a history filled with talented players who have left a lasting impact on the franchise. From the team's inaugural season in 1969 to their more recent success, these 10 players have stood out as some of the best in Padres history. Here are the top 10 players in the history of the San Diego Padres, in no particular order:

#10 - Tony Gwynn - Gwynn is widely considered one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. He was a 15-time All-Star, won eight National League batting titles and helped lead the team to the World Series in 1984 and 1998.

#9 - Trevor Hoffman - Hoffman is widely considered one of the greatest relief pitchers in baseball history. He was a seven-time All-Star, won the National League Rolaids Relief Man award twice, and is the all-time saves leader for the Padres.

#8 - Adrian Gonzalez - Gonzalez was one of the best players of his era. He was a four-time All-Star, won the National League Gold Glove award in 2008 and was a key player in the team's playoff run in 2005.

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#7- Dave Winfield - Winfield was one of the best players of his era. He was a 12-time All-Star and helped lead the team to the World Series in 1984.

#6 - Ken Caminiti - Caminiti was one of the best players of his era. He was a three-time All-Star, won the National League MVP award in 1996 and helped lead the team to the World Series in 1998.

#5 - Phil Nevin - Nevin was one of the best players of his era. He was a two-time All-Star and helped lead the team to the World Series in 1998.

#4 - Ryan Klesko - Klesko was one of the best players of his era. He was a two-time All-Star and helped lead the team to the World Series in 1998.

#3 - Clay Kirby - Kirby was one of the best pitchers of his era. He was an All-Star in 1971, and was a key player in the team's playoff run in 1984.

#2 - Greg Vaughn - Vaughn was one of the best players of his era. He was a four-time All-Star, and helped lead the team to the playoffs in 1996 and 1998.

#1 - Heath Bell - Bell was one of the best relief pitchers of his era. He was a three-time All-Star and won the National League Rolaids Relief Man award in 2009 and 2010

The San Diego Padres have had a relatively long history, but it's a history filled with great players who have left a lasting impact on the franchise. From Tony Gwynn, Trevor Hoffman, Adrian Gonzalez, Dave Winfield, Ken Caminiti, Phil Nevin, Ryan Klesko, Clay Kirby, Greg Vaughn and Heath Bell, these 10 players have been instrumental in the team's success and will always be remembered as some of the best to ever wear a Padres uniform.