Michael King and the San Diego Padres are reportedly staying together after the two sides agreed to a new contract in free agency.

Michael King re-upped with the Padres on what is theoretically a three-year, $75 million contract. However, it has opt-outs built in after each of the first and second seasons with escalating salaries if he were to remain with the club.

After posting a 3.44 ERA with the Padres in 2025, Michael King is re-signing with San Diego on a three-year deal

The San Diego Padres and right-handed pitcher Michael King agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract. King's pact includes 2026 and 2027 opt outs.

The standout pitcher has agreed to a three-year, $75 million contract with the Padres in free agency, according to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. The deal reportedly contains a $12 million signing bonus, a 2026 salary of $5 million, a $28 million player option for 2027 (with a $5 million buyout) and a $30 million player option for 2028.

The Padres are re-signing right-hander Michael King to a three-year, $75 million deal, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. The club has not confirmed the deal, which includes player options for 2027 and 2028.

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