MLB Approves John Seidler as Padres Control Person Amid Ownership Dispute

The decision follows a unanimous vote by MLB owners, while a lawsuit from Peter Seidler's widow challenges the move.

John Seidler, brother of late Padres owner Peter Seidler, has been approved as the team's control person by MLB owners in a unanimous vote.
The approval comes as Peter Seidler's widow, Sheel Seidler, pursues a lawsuit against his brothers, alleging breaches of fiduciary duty and fraud related to the family trust controlling the Padres.
Sheel Seidler claims Peter intended for her to succeed him as control person, which the Seidler brothers dispute, and has stated that she would have been MLB's first minority woman in the role.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred affirmed there are no plans to sell or relocate the Padres, highlighting the team's strong fan attendance and market viability.
The Padres face financial constraints and a limited payroll this offseason, resulting in minimal roster improvements and the departure of key players.