Padres, Storm Renew Partnership

California League team will stay in Padres organization through 2018

It’s worked for 16 years, might as well keep it going.

On Friday the Padres announced they’re renewing their Player Development Contract with the Lake Elsinore Storm, agreeing to a two-year deal that will last through the 2018 season. Lake Elsinore has been San Diego’s Advanced-A affiliate since 2001.

“Continuing our relationship with Lake Elsinore was a top priority for myself and my staff,” said Padres Executive Vice President/General Manager A.J. Preller. “Having our High-A affiliate so close to San Diego allows players unparalleled exposure, not only to our front office and player development staff but also to Padres fans who have the opportunity to visit our prospects at The Diamond.”

Storm games have become a favorite destination for Padres fans eager to get a look at the future of the franchise, and more often than not they have a better chance to see a win at The Diamond than they do at Petco Park. The Storm have made the playoffs in 12 of the last 15 seasons, including a stretch of eight-consecutive postseason appearances from 2005 to 2012.

The team has won two California League championships, first in 2001 (co-champions) and again in 2011. Lake Elsinore has made five trips to the championship series in that span.

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