Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the San Diego Padres to José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones. According to multiple reports, the deal values the team at $3.9 billion, shattering the previous record for an MLB franchise sale. Feliciano and Jones, who are husband and wife, are reportedly purchasing more than 40% of the franchise. The sale is expected to close in the coming days, per a statement from the team.
The new ownership group has stated their aim to "bring a World Series championship to San Diego," according to reporting from CBS Sports.