The San Diego Padres made a key pitching move just ahead of their crucial three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers starting Friday. The team announced that right-hander Michael King has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation — a decision that directly impacts both the Dodgers series and the Padres rotation.

The team shared the update on its official X account (formerly Twitter), confirming the roster move.

“We have placed RHP Michael King on the 15-day IL (retro to 8/11) with left knee inflammation and recalled RHP Randy Vásquez from Triple-A El Paso.”

The King injury marks a frustrating turn in an already stop-and-start season for the pitcher. After missing nearly three months due to shoulder and nerve issues, the 30-year-old was activated

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