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The San Diego Padres find themselves at the center of a historic moment, as an ownership change brings increased attention to the franchise. With reports of a $3.9 billion sale to Jose Feliciano and Kwanza Jones , the organization is also becoming part of a broader shift toward greater diversity in Major League Baseball ownership.
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Padres star Manny Machado addressed the pending sale ahead of the first game of a three-game set vs. the Los Angeles Angels on Friday, offering his perspective on what the transition could mean. Feliciano and Jones will assume control from the Seidler family trust, pending league approval.
If completed, the deal would set a new MLB record for franchise valuation. It would also represent a major turning point for diversity in ownership, with Feliciano poised to become the second Latino owner in the league, while Jones would join as a groundbreaking partner.
Machado's reaction, shared during a media session recorded by Foul Territory TV's Marty Caswell, was posted on X, formerly Twitter, where it quickly circulated and drew widespread attention.
"That is huge."
He emphasized the cultural importance of the moment, pointing to what increased representation means for the future of the sport and its leadership. For the decorated Padres captain, the development signals progress not only for the organization but also for baseball as a whole.
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The sale also reflects the franchise's rising value. The reported price surpasses previous MLB transactions, reinforcing San Diego's emergence as a premier market .
Machado's comments mirror a broader sentiment within the clubhouse, where players view the investment as a sign of long-term commitment and a clear vision for sustained success.
As MLB ownership continues to evolve, the Padres now sit at the forefront of that progress, with the three-time Silver Slugger pointing out the importance of a transition that could shape both the franchise and the league.
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