Over 500 Pints Of Blood Collected During Padres Winter Blood Drive

The annual event at Petco Park helped the San Diego Blood Bank collect critical donations.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 2:55pm

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More than 500 pints of blood were collected at the San Diego Padres Winter Blood Drive on Tuesday at Petco Park's Gallagher Square. Donors received a limited-edition Padres Winter Blood Drive T-shirt and other team freebies. The Padres have helped the San Diego Blood Bank collect over 4,200 pints of blood since 2017, supporting thousands of patients in Southern California hospitals.

Why it matters

Blood donations are crucial for supporting patients in need across the region, and the Padres' annual blood drive helps raise awareness and drive participation in this important cause. The event also highlights the team's commitment to community engagement and supporting local organizations.

The details

The Padres Winter Blood Drive took place at Petco Park's Gallagher Square on Tuesday. Donors received a limited-edition Padres Winter Blood Drive T-shirt and other team merchandise as a thank-you for their contributions. Since 2017, the Padres have helped the San Diego Blood Bank collect over 4,200 pints of blood, supporting thousands of patients in Southern California hospitals.

  • The Padres Winter Blood Drive took place on Tuesday, January 28, 2026.
  • Donors can still receive the limited-edition T-shirt by donating blood through Saturday at any San Diego Blood Bank donation location or mobile drive.

The players

Douglas Morton

CEO of the San Diego Blood Bank.

Erik Greupner

CEO of the San Diego Padres.

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What they’re saying

“We're incredibly grateful for our continued partnership with the Padres and the donors who stepped up. Their support helps ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients across Southern California.”

— Douglas Morton, CEO, San Diego Blood Bank (Patch.com)

“The Padres Winter Blood Drive is a powerful reminder that a simple act of generosity can help save thousands of lives. We truly appreciate the hundreds of donors who came out to Petco Park today to provide critical donations to the San Diego Blood Bank.”

— Erik Greupner, CEO, San Diego Padres (Patch.com)

What’s next

Eligible donors can still receive the limited-edition Padres Winter Blood Drive T-shirt by donating blood through Saturday at any San Diego Blood Bank donation location or mobile drive.

The takeaway

The Padres' annual blood drive highlights the team's commitment to community engagement and supporting critical local organizations like the San Diego Blood Bank. The event helps raise awareness and drive participation in blood donations, which are essential for supporting patients across Southern California.