New Padres Owner Kwanza Jones Celebrates Playoff Advance with Fernando Tatis Jr.
Jones, who purchased the team in August, joined players in clubhouse celebrations after their sweep of the Cubs.
San Diego Padres owner Kwanza Jones was seen celebrating with star player Fernando Tatis Jr. and other teammates in the clubhouse following the team's sweep of the Chicago Cubs in the National League Wild Card Series. The Padres' victory secured their spot in the National League Division Series.
Images captured the jubilant scene, with Jones donning ski goggles and participating in champagne celebrations alongside the players. Jones and her husband, Jose E. Feliciano, purchased the Padres for $3.9 billion from the Seidler family in August.
During her introductory press conference at the end of August, Jones expressed her ambition for the team, stating, "We will win it all" in the near future. The Padres' performance in the wild-card series, where they outscored the Cubs 12-1, suggests they are making strides toward that goal.
The team's offense has been potent, and their pitching staff has been dominant, limiting Chicago to a single run across the two games. "It's another step. It's not the end of the journey it's a continuation," Jones remarked about the team's progress.
The San Diego Padres are now set to face the NL-best Milwaukee Brewers in the upcoming Division Series. The team's recent success indicates a strong postseason run.
