San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King has elected free agency, though the possibility remains that he could re-sign with the team, according to a report by Matt DeWalt on October 30, 2026.
King, who wore number 34, was removed from Game 2 of the National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers on October 4, 2026, at American Family Field. A photo from that game shows King being taken out by manager Craig Stammen.
The Padres' postseason run ended in the NLDS, and King's future with the club is now uncertain as he enters the open market.
