The latest reporting from The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney suggests that the Chicago Cubs are interested in several starting pitchers, including former San Diego Padres hurler Michael King.
With Shota Imanaga likely bowing out of his qualifying offer with the Cubs, the team needs to dip into the deep starting pitcher market this offseason. Even if Imanaga returns, it feels like the Cubs could use an additional veteran starting pitcher, and here's why King could fit the bill.
3 reasons the Cubs should target Michael King in free agency
King was dominant when healthy
Although he battled injuries in 2025, King was pretty solid in his 15 starts for San Diego.