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San Diego Padres · Pitcher
Coming off an All-MLB Second Team selection in 2024, King enters 2026 as a reliable mid-rotation starter for the Padres after posting a 3.44 ERA with 76 strikeouts across limited innings in 2025. His 2026 season shows modest regression with a 3.55 ERA and 1.18 WHIP over 96.1 innings, though he maintains solid strikeout production with 83 K that positions him as a steady contributor in the K category. The primary fantasy concern remains durability and workload—his inability to secure wins (5-7 record) limits upside in that category, making him best suited for league formats prioritizing ERA and strikeouts over accumulation stats. King's All-MLB pedigree suggests he retains value as a backend starter or spot-start option, particularly in leagues rewarding consistency over ceiling.
Michael King earns win with six strong innings
Padres pitcher Michael King improved to 10-9 with a win Sunday over the Yankees, pitching six innings while allowing no runs on four hits and three walks with three strikeouts. King delivered a quality start in a key divisional matchup.
Sep 7, 2026
Michael King earns win over Astros
San Diego's Michael King pitched six innings against Houston, allowing one run on three hits with one walk while striking out six to earn the victory. King moved to 7-8 on the season and continues to be a consistent performer for the Padres' rotation. His strikeout rate remains an asset for fantasy managers.
Aug 9, 2026
Michael King earns sixth win with quality start
Padres pitcher Michael King moved to 6-7 with a quality outing against Arizona, allowing just one run on four hits with two walks while striking out four over six innings in a no-decision that turned into a win. King's solid performance on the mound was part of San Diego's 10-4 victory. His consistency in the rotation bolsters the Padres' pitching depth.
Jul 9, 2026
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | New York Yankees | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1.00 | 1 | 2.0 | 0 |
| 2020 | New York Yankees | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7.76 | 1.54 | 26 | 26.2 | 11 |
| 2021 | New York Yankees | 22 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3.55 | 1.28 | 62 | 63.1 | 24 |
| 2022 | New York Yankees | 34 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2.29 | 1.00 | 66 | 51.0 | 16 |
| 2023 | New York Yankees | 49 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2.75 | 1.15 | 127 | 104.2 | 32 |
| 2024 | San Diego Padres | 31 | 30 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 2.95 | 1.19 | 201 | 173.2 | 63 |
| 2025 | San Diego Padres | 15 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3.44 | 1.20 | 76 | 73.1 | 26 |
| 2026 | San Diego Padres | 29 | 29 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 3.00 | 1.17 | 144 | 168.0 | 66 |
| Career | Totals | 190 | 93 | 41 | 38 | 7 | 3.18 | 1.19 | 703 | 662.2 | 238 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand
| Year | Team | G | GS | W | L | SV | ERA | WHIP | K | IP | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3 teams▼ | 15 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 4.11 | 1.50 | 20 | 30.2 | 9 |
| 2017 | Greensboro Grasshoppers | 26 | 25 | 11 | 9 | 0 | 3.14 | 1.09 | 106 | 149.0 | 21 |
| 2018 | 3 teams▼ | 25 | 24 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 1.79 | 0.91 | 152 | 161.1 | 29 |
| 2019 | 4 teams▼ | 11 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 5.48 | 1.24 | 44 | 46 | 10 |
| 2021 | Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4.76 | 0.88 | 11 | 5.2 | 0 |
| 2025 | El Paso Chihuahuas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16.20 | 1.50 | 5 | 3.1 | 1 |
| Career | Totals | 81 | 60 | 28 | 20 | 2 | 3.07 | 1.07 | 338 | 396 | 70 |
Source: MLB Stats API · Multi-team seasons show combined totals — click to expand