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MLB approves sale of San Diego Padres to José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Greg Beacham, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The league's owners have given unanimous approval for the sale. A recent development in Major League Baseball involves the San Diego Padres.
A recent development in Major League Baseball involves the San Diego Padres. The team's ownership is changing hands. An investor group is taking over, led by a private equity billionaire and his business partner.
The league's owners have given unanimous approval for the sale. This decision was announced after a vote. The new owners had reached an agreement to purchase the team earlier this year.
Further details about the sale and the new ownership are available from the league and other sources, including the valuation and the expected closing of the transaction.
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Category: government Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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