Padres Near MLB-Record Sale to Feliciano for $3.9B
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The San Diego Padres are reportedly nearing a deal to be sold to private-equity billionaire José E. Feliciano for a MLB-record $3.9 billion, with an agreement in place with the Seidler family. The sale must be approved by 75% of MLB owners, undergo SEC review, and win consent from the City of San Diego for the Petco Park portion; the timeline could influence roster moves before the Aug. 3, 2026 trade deadline as the new owners take control.
- San Diego Padres nearing deal to be sold for $3.9 billion: The Wall Street Journal NBC 7 San Diego
- Source: Padres finalizing sale for MLB-record $3.9 billion ESPN
- Baseball industry reacts to Padres’ sale price, potential impact on labor negotiations The New York Times
- Padres' record-shattering $3.9B price tag proves MLB is plenty healthy USA Today
- Padres sale reportedly close to being finalized for $3.9 billion Yahoo Sports
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