“It hurts, it stings” – Padres owner Kwanza Jones emotionally reacts after San Diego’s 2026 NLDS exit

San Diego Padres co-owner Kwanza Jones shared an emotional reaction on Instagram following the team's elimination from the 2026 postseason. The Padres were knocked out after losing Game 4 of the NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park, dropping the series 3-1. Jones expressed her disappointment while thanking the players and fans, writing that the defeat hurts but that belief in the franchise remains unchanged.

Jones and her husband, Jose E. Feliciano, purchased a controlling stake in the Padres for a record $3.9 billion in August 2026, making Jones the first Black woman majority owner in MLB history. Despite the playoff exit, both owners reiterated their commitment to investing in the team and pursuing a World Series championship.