Michael King: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Diego Padres News / Gaslamp Ball / September 10

Padres need a healthy Michael King for a deep postseason run

The San Diego Padres activated Michael King from the injury list with the hope of him leading the team to a deep postseason run. Health is an issue, as King has made only 11 starts in 2025. He has spent two stints on the IL with a pinched nerve in his right shoulder and knee inflammation.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 10

Padres Notes: Dodgers Downplay Rivalry, Jackson Merrill’s Surprise MVP, Friars NL West Champs?

The San Diego Padres lost, 4-2, against the Cincinnati Reds, dropping a crucial game at home. Tuesday's game was Michael King's return to the mound from the injured list after missing a month with a knee injury.

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San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / September 9

Padres believe pitcher's return sets them up for September success

Padres believe key pitcher's return sets them up for September success

With the return of starting pitcher Michael King on Tuesday night, the San Diego Padres got a taste of what his presence on the mound could mean in October.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 9

Padres' Mike Shildt Tempers Expectations on Michael King

The San Diego Padres are welcoming right-hander Michael King back to the mound on Tuesday after just two innings and close to four months on the injured list.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 9

Michael King Back With Padres, Has Immediate High Expectations For Himself

After months of rehabilitation on his knee and shoulder, San Diego Padres starter Michael King is aiming to become a workhorse. King has been on the injured list for months this season, missing time with a shoulder issue, then coming back and aggravating his knee.

Athletics News / Lookout Landing / September 9

Mariners News, 9/9/25: Ryan Bliss, Michael King, and Nick Kurtz

Mariners infielder Ryan Bliss will be out for the remainder of the season after suffering a right meniscus injury during his rehab assignment that required surgery.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / September 9

Padres' Michael King set for latest return vs. Reds

Michael King acknowledged he rushed his comeback last month from a nerve issue that caused problems with his pitching shoulder, leading to knee inflammation that landed him on the injured list for another month.

MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / September 8

San Diego Padres Expected to Activate Top Starter to Face Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday

The San Diego Padres are expected to activate starting pitcher Michael King to start against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Tribune.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / September 8

Report: Padres RHP Michael King (knee) set to face Reds

San Diego Padres right-hander Michael King is set to return Tuesday, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported, marking just his second appearance in four months.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 8

Padres Predicted to Have Aggressive Offseason By Rival Executives

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San Diego Padres News / Sporting News / September 5

Padres All-Star 'not going' to get long-term contract, per Jeff Passan

San Diego Padres All-Star Michael King unlikely to receive long-term contract, says ESPN's Jeff Passan.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / September 4

Padres Manager Doesn't Expect Michael King to Save Struggling Rotation

San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt stated Michael King's return to the rotation is near, however raises a lot of questions as the season comes to a close.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / August 29

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San Diego Padres News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 15

Padres’ Michael King gets good news on MRI, sets target date for return

The San Diego Padres are riding high. Manager Mike Shildt has lead his squad back to the top of the National League West. The Padres turned heads when they tied the Los Angeles Dodgers, but now they are leading the way.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 15

Former Yankees Pitcher Suffers Knee Injury

A former New York Yankees pitcher is heading back to the injured list after returning from a long stint on it last weekend. Per MLB.com's transaction log, the San Diego Padres placed right-handed starter Michael King on the 15-day IL with left knee inflammation on Thursday.

San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 14

Padres scratch RHP Michael King (knee), place him on IL

The San Diego Padres placed standout right-hander Michael King on the 15-day injured list Thursday due to left knee inflammation. King, 30, was slated to start Friday night's showdown against the host Los Angeles Dodgers.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 14

Padres starter lands on IL again with knee inflammation

The Padres announced that right-hander Michael King has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation.

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San Diego Padres News / Field Level Media / August 9

Padres reinstate star RHP Michael King to start vs. Red Sox

The San Diego Padres activated standout right-hander Michael King from the 60-day injured list to start Saturday's game against the visiting Boston Red Sox.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Padres set to activate key starter on Saturday

San Diego will activate him from the 60-day IL to go opposite Lucas Giolito in the second game of its weekend series against Boston.

San Diego Padres News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Padres Manager Drops Michael King Injury News Amid Lengthy Absence

The San Diego Padres are right in the middle of a playoff push and have a lot of momentum after a flurry of MLB trade deadline acquisitions. Entering Tuesday, the Padres are 62-51 and holding on to the third spot in the National League Wild Card race.

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