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Padres Notes: Friars Release Struggling Pitcher, Michael King Talks Free Agency, All-Star Return Incoming

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Apr 12, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King (34) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael King (34) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images | David Frerker-Imagn Images

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The San Diego Padres recently released a veteran pitcher who has been struggling on the mound. While his time in the organization was short, he will now search for the next employer in his professional baseball career.

In more pitching news, a Padres ace who was the topic of much trade discussion this offseason spoke out on his upcoming free agency at this season's close. It appears his priorities are a lasting impact with the team, and those he has grown close with in the clubhouse.

Finally, the Friars will soon activate a key All-Star ahead of their series against the Colorado Rockies. The three-game set in Colorado will close out a nine-game road trip before the Padres return to Petco Park.

Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Padres news (click the headline for the full article):

Padres Release Veteran Pitcher After Major Struggles

Padres' Michael King Addresses Upcoming Free Agency Following 2025 Season

Padres Set to Activate $80 Million All-Star Off Injured List Ahead of Rockies Series

MLB Insider Reveals Change Padres Must Make to Remain in Contention

Padres Star Named MVP Favorite Ahead of Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani by Experts

Padres Veteran Slams Former Team for Not Making Free Agent Offer, Dreams of Revenge

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GABE SMALLSON

Gabe Smallson is a sportswriter based in Los Angeles with a focus in sports and entertainment content. Gabe has previously worked at Newsweek and Dodgers Nation. He graduated from San Francisco State University in 2020 and received his Masters of Science at the University of Southern California in 2025.

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