Kwanza Jones Makes MLB History as Padres’ New Ownership Group Gets Approval

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Kwanza Jones Makes MLB History as Padres’ New Ownership Group Gets Approval

MLB owners unanimously approved the Padres’ new ownership group led by Kwanza Jones and José E. Feliciano, making Jones the first Black woman to become a majority owner of an MLB franchise. Feliciano will serve as San Diego’s control person. The $3.9 billion sale is expected to close in the coming weeks, with the couple targeting sustained long-term championship success.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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