The Padres signed right-hander Michael King to a three-year deal with opt-out options, marking a shift in negotiations that began less than two weeks ago. Initially preferring teams on the East Coast, King prioritized winning and opted for San Diego, the only West Coast team he considered. The Padres aimed to bolster their rotation, especially with uncertainties surrounding Yu Darvish‘s future after recent UCL surgery. Darvish’s potential retirement complicates his contract situation, which could impact the team’s financial strategies moving forward.
