Padres Introduce New Owners Feliciano and Jones

Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano were officially introduced as the new principal owners of the San Diego Padres during a news conference at Petco Park on Monday, August 24, 2026. The husband-and-wife team spoke after their record-setting purchase of the franchise was finalized, pledging to build on the team's recent success and honor the legacy of former owner Peter Seidler.

The couple entered the auditorium to an upbeat song performed by Jones, setting an energetic tone for the event. Their introduction came approximately one week after Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale. The purchase price established an MLB record, with a total team valuation of $3.9 billion. Feliciano stated the acquisition was "a dream come true" and emphasized their commitment to winning. "We need to win a World Series. It's that simple. That's what we're going to do," Feliciano said. Jones echoed this goal, adding they aimed for "multiples" and to elevate the organization's impact across San Diego and Baja California.

Both owners paid tribute to Peter Seidler, who passed away in November 2023, acknowledging his role in building the team's competitive foundation. "He has left this...