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MICHAEL KING #34 - PITCHER - SAN DIEGO PADRES
13-9 W-L •
1.19 WHIP •
2.95 ERA
13-9 W-L
1.19 WHIP
2.95 ERA
King tabbed to start Yanks' spring opener TAMPA, Fla. -- Yankees right-hander Michael King will draw the start for the club’s Grapefruit League opener against the Blue Jays on Sunday...
FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • MLB.COM
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Honing third pitch King spent the offseason focused on improving the third pitch in his arsenal, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
Impact King acknowledged the need for a reliable third pitch in light of his struggles during the 2020 campaign, during which he posted a 7.76 ERA and 1.54 WHIP. "You need a third pitch to pitch in the big leagues, especially if you want to get through the order a second time," he explained while discussing his biggest takeaway from the shortened season. He is likely referring to his changeup, which he threw 14.9 percent of the time last season -- just below the 19.4 percent usage rate on his curveball -- and that batters hit .278 against. As much as King is able to improve his effectiveness with the offering, he'll first need to do a better job of getting batters out with his sinker -- he threw the pitch 59.5 percent of the time in 2020, yielding a .328 batting average to opponents.
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Seen as option for starting role King was mentioned by manager Aaron Boone on Wednesday as one of a handful of pitchers who could be competing for the fifth-starter job this spring, Max Goodman of Sports Illustrat...
Impact King struggled to the tune of a 7.76 ERA and 1.54 WHIP over 26.2 innings last season, so he is likely a longshot to open the season in the rotation. Still, Boone suggested that there will be a competition among a handful of pitchers for the final rotation spot heading into the campaign, so King could be given the opportunity if he turns heads during spring training.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Sent down by Yankees King was optioned to the Yankees' alternate training site Tuesday.
Impact King was charged with his second loss of the season Monday as he only lasted 2.2 innings against the Blue Jays, and he'll be cast off the active roster as a result. It's unclear who could take King's spot in the rotation for the final game of the regular season Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Chased early in loss to Blue Jays King (1-2) took the loss Monday against Toronto, allowing five runs on five hits and a walk across 2.2 innings. He struck out six.
Impact King was sharp through two innings, striking out four Jays while allowing just one hit. He ran into trouble in the third, however, allowing four hits and a walk before getting removed with two outs. He left trailing 3-1, but was charged with two additional runs when Vladimir Guerrero belted a two-run double off Jonathan Loaisiga. The shaky outing brought the right-hander's ERA to an ugly 7.76 on the season. If he's given another start, it will likely come in the regular-season finale against Miami on Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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Starting Monday King will start Monday's game against the Blue Jays, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
Impact King will make his fourth start of the season Monday on the road against the Blue Jays. The right-hander hasn't lasted longer than four innings in any of his eight appearances (three starts) in 2020, and he carries a 6.75 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 24 innings.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Works in relief King retired both hitters he faced in relief during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Blue Jays, striking out one in his nine-pitch appearance.
Impact King's prior three appearances had come as a starter, with the Yankees expanding their rotation due to a slew of doubleheaders. The Yankees downsized their rotation to five this week, and since Deivi Garcia was called up from the alternate site to start Wednesday's series finale, he'll seemingly stick in the rotation over King for now.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Gives up three runs King allowed three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three over four innings in Friday's Game 1 win against the Orioles. He didn't factor into the decision.
Impact King was making his third start of the season to begin Friday's twin bill, but he didn't factor into the decision as he struggled against the long ball. The right-hander hasn't had any scoreless outings this season and now carries a 6.33 ERA over 21.1 innings. His next appearance could come out of the bullpen.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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Starting Game 1 King will start Game 1 of Friday's doubleheader against the Orioles, Erik Boland of Newsday reports.
Impact The 25-year-old also started during a twin bill last weekend and gave up two runs on six hits and one walk over 3.2 innings. King has a 6.23 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 15:6 K:BB through 17.1 innings this season.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Settles for no-decision King allowed two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out three over 3.2 innings in Sunday's Game 1 loss to the Mets. He didn't factor into the decision.
Impact After earning his first major-league win during his last start, King was called on for the first game of Sunday's twin bill. He was slightly less effective against the Mets, and he had to settle for a no-decision as the Yankees came from behind to win the matinee. It's unclear when King will next take the mound, especially since Deivi Garcia was effective in his major-league debut during Sunday's nightcap.
AUGUST 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Draws start Sunday King will start the first game of the Yankees' doubleheader Sunday versus the Mets.
Impact The Yankees will turn to a pair of rookies to start the twin bill, as the newly recalled Deivi Garcia is expected to take the hill in the nightcap. King has previously made four appearances for the Yankees this season, one as a a starter in three in long relief. Over 13.2 innings, King has given up 10 runs on 10 hits and five walks while striking out 12.
AUGUST 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Yankees visit New York, aim to build on Happ's strong outing
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Candidate for rotation spot King was mentioned by Yankees manager Aaron Boone as a potential rotation replacement for James Paxton (forearm), Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
Impact Paxton hit the 10-day injured list Friday and is expected to spend at least two weeks on the shelf, creating an opening in the team's rotation. While a decision has not yet been reached on who will fill Paxton's spot, Boone mentioned King, Nick Nelson and Jonathan Loaisiga as candidates Saturday. The Yankees may take their time making a choice since they will be able to essentially reset their rotation due to the cancellation of their weekend series against the Mets.
AUGUST 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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