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Compounding issues within the organization are legal disputes surrounding Siler's estate, with his widow Sara Siler suing his brothers over ownership rights. This familial conflict has led many to question the future stability of the franchise. Such a toxic internal environment is far from reassuring for potential players and free-agent targets. The effects of this turmoil were evident in the recent signing of outfielder Jurickson Profar with the Atlanta Braves, where he cited instability within the Padres’ ownership structure as a factor in his decision-making.