Overview

• Michael King has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list to start Saturday’s game against the Boston Red Sox at Petco Park.
• San Diego optioned right-hander Sean Reynolds to Triple-A El Paso to clear the 40-man roster spot for King’s activation.
• The right-hander will face a capped pitch count as he returns from a thoracic nerve injury sustained in May.
• King rejoins a rotation led by Dylan Cease, Nick Pivetta, Yu Darvish and Nestor Cortes as the Padres pursue a postseason berth.
• With free agency looming this winter, King’s performance down the stretch could have a significant impact on his market value.