SAN DIEGO — Jurickson Profar had two baseballs thrown in his direction in left field at Dodger Stadium on Sunday. Objects were thrown into the visiting bullpen and toward Fernando Tatis Jr. in right field.

It was a scene — security guards lining the foul lines as the Padres huddled as a team in shallow left — like no Padre had experienced as they blasted the Dodgers 10-2 in Game 2 of the National League Division Series.

Yet they do not want their fanbase seeking payback in Game 3 and 4 this week at Petco Park.

A letter signed by Padres CEO Erik Greupner was emailed to ticketholders late Tuesday.

It read:

“Thank you for your faithful support of the Padres. As we prepare for Games 3 and 4 of the NLDS at Petco Park, I want to let you know how much we appreciate your passion and energy. You have made a difference this year and created the best home field advantage in MLB!

“Our game is at its best when our players and fans give everything they have for their team and city while showing respect and sportsmanship towards players and fans of the opposing team. There is never an excuse for abusive speech or behavior towards others at Petco Park. Our Guest Code of Conduct can be found here. It contains a zero-tolerance policy for any violations, including throwing items onto the field or making offensive, foul, or abusive comments to anyone. Any guest who violates our Code of Conduct will be immediately ejected from Petco Park, without refund.

“As we continue our push for a World Series Championship, our team needs you more than ever. Please continue to cheer for the Padres with all you have while showing class and good sportsmanship to those around you.”

More fans than ever packed Petco Park during the 2024 regular season. The Padres averaged 41,117 fans per game at Petco Park, the fourth-best mark in franchise history. The two playoff games held at Petco last week were sellouts.

“I can’t wait to play in front of our fans,” Profar said after the Padres evened the best-of-five series on Sunday night. “I urge them not to throw stuff. We just play baseball and play a fun game for our fans.”

Added Padres manager Mike Shildt: “I know we’re about to go back to San Diego with a very, very loud, raucous, aggressive, hungry crowd that’s going to be super excited and going to be getting after it. But I know also that we’ll stay classy, San Diego.”

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