Should the San Diego Padres re-sign pitcher Michael King?
Pitcher Michael King served as an anchor for the San Diego Padres this past season. Will he be back?
Michael King, the San Diego Padres' starting pitcher, signed a three-year, $75 million deal with the team in 2025, with player options for 2027 and 2028. After opting out of his contract in late October, King entered free agency, though the Padres might still be willing to re-sign him. King's performance in 2024 was impressive, posting a 12-10 record in 32 starts, striking out 159 batters, and allowing a team-high 68 earned runs.
He started two games in the postseason, including a save in Game 3 of the NL Division Series. King expressed his appreciation for San Diego, acknowledging it as a second home on the West Coast. While San Diego may be ready to spend during free agency, King could be a priority. However, the Padres might also pursue pitcher Tarik Skubal, a top free-agent candidate.
If San Diego fails to sign Skubal, King could join another team, leaving the Padres without their starter.
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