New Padres owner flips the script on reporters during first press conference

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New San Diego Padres owner Kwanza Jones created a memorable moment during her introductory press conference at Petco Park when she pulled out her phone and began taking photos of the reporters in the room. Jones and her husband, José E. Feliciano, are the Padres’ new controlling owners following a $3.9 billion transaction, an MLB-record valuation. The unusual moment was part of an energetic introduction in which the new owners emphasized their commitment to San Diego and their goal of bringing the franchise its first World Series championship.

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00:01The San Diego Padres officially introduced their new ownership,

00:05and Kwanzaa Jones wasted no time showing everyone her personality.

00:09Jones and her husband, Jose E. Feliciano,

00:13took control of the franchise in a record $3.9 billion deal.

00:18But during their introductory press conference,

00:21Jones suddenly pulled out her phone and started taking photos of the reporters.

00:25Instead of the cameras only pointing at her,

00:28she turned hers right back on the media.

00:30Can I ask you all to smile and say cheese, please?

00:34We're super excited!

00:37Oh, thank you all!

00:39It was just one of several memorable moments from an energetic introduction

00:43that included music written and performed by Jones herself

00:47and a promise from the new owners to chase the Padres' first World Series championship.

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