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Padres Ownership Cites Legal Dispute in Failed Pursuit of Roki Sasaki

News RoomBy News RoomJanuary 29, 2025
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The ownership of the San Diego Padres is embroiled in a legal battle following the death of Peter Seidler in November 2023. Peter’s widow, Sheel Kamal Seidler, filed a lawsuit against her brothers-in-law, Matthew and Robert Seidler, seeking control of the Major League Baseball team for herself and her children. Sheel claims that Peter’s dying wish was for her to inherit the Padres, ensuring the team’s future remained within their family line. This lawsuit has created significant turmoil within the Padres organization, potentially impacting their ability to attract top talent and maintain stability.

Matthew and Robert Seidler vehemently deny Sheel’s claims, arguing that Peter never formally designated her as his successor. Their legal response, filed in a Texas probate court, asserts that Peter amended his trust multiple times after marrying Sheel but never named her as a trustee, effectively precluding her from assuming control of the Padres. They further contend that Peter expressed his desire for his siblings and niece to take the reins of the team after his passing, citing conversations with family members and close associates. The brothers highlight Peter’s move to Texas in 2021, suggesting it was partly motivated by a desire to shield Sheel and their children from the pressures and public scrutiny associated with owning a sports franchise.

The timing of Sheel’s lawsuit has become a point of contention, with Matthew and Robert alleging that it directly interfered with the Padres’ pursuit of Japanese pitching phenom Roki Sasaki. They claim that the lawsuit’s public suggestion of potential relocation plans created instability and ultimately led Sasaki to sign with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers. Sasaki himself cited the Dodgers’ organizational stability as a key factor in his decision, seemingly corroborating the Seidler brothers’ claims. This lost opportunity underscores the potential damage the ongoing legal battle could inflict on the Padres’ future prospects.

Sheel’s lawsuit paints a different picture, alleging that Matthew and Robert are attempting to erase Peter’s legacy and usurp control of the Padres. Her complaint emphasizes her children’s significant ownership stake and accuses her brothers-in-law of disregarding Peter’s wishes. Adding another layer of complexity to the dispute, Sheel’s lawsuit also alleges that Robert’s wife made racist and hateful remarks towards her, a woman of Indian descent. This accusation introduces a personal dimension to the legal battle, potentially further exacerbating the tensions within the Seidler family.

Peter Seidler’s legacy as owner of the Padres is marked by ambitious investments in star players, including lucrative contracts for Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr., Xander Bogaerts, and Yu Darvish. Despite these substantial financial commitments, the team fell short of reaching the World Series, though they did achieve playoff victories against the Dodgers in 2021 and 2022. Peter’s public pronouncements about keeping the Padres within his family for generations underscore the importance he placed on maintaining family control of the franchise, adding further weight to the current legal dispute.

The ongoing legal battle between Sheel Seidler and her brothers-in-law raises critical questions about the future ownership and direction of the San Diego Padres. The court will ultimately determine the validity of Sheel’s claims and decide who will control the team. The outcome of this case will not only impact the Seidler family but also the Padres organization, its fans, and the broader Major League Baseball landscape. The uncertainty surrounding the team’s ownership could affect player morale, future free agent signings, and the overall stability of the franchise. The resolution of this legal dispute will be a pivotal moment in the Padres’ history, shaping their trajectory for years to come.

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