NewsKPBS Public MediaAugust 25, 2026San Diego
José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones assume majority ownership of the San Diego Padres
José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones have officially taken over as the majority owners of the San Diego Padres. The new owners held their first news conference to outline their leadership goals, including a stated ambition to win a World Series.
Read the full story at KPBS Public MediaWhy It Matters
The change in ship marks a transition in the leadership and long-term strategic direction of the San Diego Padres, a major professional sports organization in the region.
Key Facts
- José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones are the new majority owners of the San Diego Padres.
- The new owners held their first official news conference in their capacity as majority owners.
- The ownership group has publicly stated a goal of winning a World Series.
Who's Mentioned
organizationSan Diego Padres“Professional baseball team”organizationMajor League Baseball“Governing body that approved the sale”personFernando Tatís Jr.“Padres player”personJosé E. Feliciano“New majority owner of the San Diego Padres”organizationChelsea F.C.“English Premier League team where Feliciano is a co-controlling owner”organizationMinnesota Timberwolves“NBA team where the couple are minority investors”personKwanza Jones“New majority owner of the San Diego Padres”organizationSeidler family“Former majority owners”personFrancisco Lindor“New York Mets player”