- In 1977 Dan Spillner was converted to a full-time reliever. He spent the first month of the season in AAA Hawaii and was recalled in early May after making three starts for the Islanders. Dan appeared in 76 games and had a decent year. Spillner continued to be a full-time reliever until 1979.
- 1977 Stats: 7-6, six saves, 3.73 ERA in 76 games
- 1977 Highlights:
- May 20 - Earned his first save of the season as he pitched 3 2/3 innings without allowing a run. The Padres beat the Montreal Expos 12-4.
- July 3 - Pitched 3 1/3 innings of shutout ball and struck out four batters. Dan earned the win as the Padres beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-7.
- Other card blogs: 1975, 1976, 1979, 1980, 1986, Cardboard Gods
