Get Ready for the Padres Playoff Rush: MTS Trolley Service Supercharged!

As the excitement builds for the Padres' Wild Card Series games starting Tuesday, fans are buzzing about how to get to Petco Park without a hitch. With massive crowds expected, the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is on high alert, ramping up Trolley services to accommodate the influx of fans.

Free Rides & Enhanced Trolley Schedules

In an exciting twist, all fans attending Wednesday's game can enjoy free rides on the Trolley, thanks to MTS's annual Free Ride Day promotion, coinciding with California Clean Air Day. This is a fantastic opportunity for fans to save money and reduce their carbon footprint while cheering on their team!

Pre-Game Trolley Service

The Trolley service will be operating at full throttle, with trains running every 15 minutes or less before the games. Here are the details:

• All Trolley Lines: Regular service to Petco Park will be available, ensuring fans can hop on and step off just a short walk from the action.

Post-Game Trolley Service

After the excitement of the game, MTS has you covered with extended Trolley service to ensure everyone gets home safely:

For Games on October 1 & 2 (5:38 PM Starts)

• UC San Diego Blue Line: Trolleys will run from 12th & Imperial Transit Center every 15 minutes to San Ysidro and UTC for 45 minutes after the game ends.
• Green Line: Service from 12th & Imperial will continue every 15 minutes until 45 minutes after the game, with additional trips as needed.
• Orange Line: Departures from 12th & Imperial will occur every 15 minutes until 30 minutes after the game, with extra service available if crowds demand it.

For the Game on October 3 (4:08 PM Start)

• UC San Diego Blue & Orange Lines: Regular service will resume from 12th & Imperial Transit Center, with Trolleys operating every 15 minutes or better.
• Green Line: Similar to previous days, Trolleys will depart every 15 minutes until 45 minutes after the game or until crowds diminish, with extra trips available as needed.

For further details on how to navigate to and from the games, fans can visit www.sdmts.com.

What do you think?

• Will the free ride promotion encourage more fans to take public transportation to the games?
• How do you feel about the environmental impact of large sporting events?
• Should MTS continue free ride promotions for other major events in the future?
• Is the Trolley system efficient enough to handle large crowds, or should improvements be made?
• What are your thoughts on the Padres' chances in the Wild Card Series?