Mets Listed Among Top Suitors for Free-Agent Righty Michael King

Overview

• The Mets are prominently involved in King’s market, with reporting from MLB.com and the New York Post placing them among the most interested clubs.
• Other teams tied to King include the Cubs, Tigers, Yankees, Red Sox, Orioles, Angels, Marlins and the incumbent Padres, according to multiple outlets.
• King’s appeal stems from a 2024 breakout in which he posted a 2.95 ERA with 201 strikeouts and finished seventh in NL Cy Young voting.
• Durability remains the key question after a 2025 shoulder nerve issue sidelined him for nearly three months and led to uneven results upon his return.
• Industry reports indicate he may consider a shorter-term deal than top-tier arms, with MLB Trade Rumors modeling a potential four-year, $80 million scenario and the Padres viewed as unlikely to meet a top offer.