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News in English (USA) / 25.04.2026 / 05:00

Kushner Family Ventures into San Francisco Giants Ownership

In a significant move for the MLB franchise, the San Francisco Giants have sold a minority stake to Thrive Capital, the private equity firm run by Joshua Kushner. This investment marks Thrive’s first venture into the sports industry and comes as part of a broader strategy to diversify its portfolio. Despite the investment, analysts indicate that fans should not expect major changes in player acquisitions, particularly regarding free agents. The stake sale follows a trend of recent ownership changes within the Giants, highlighting growing interest from investors with ties to the Kushner family.
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