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Michael King Impresses in Win Over Yankees
Michael King, pitching for the Padres, continued his strong performance by extending his scoreless innings streak to 21⅔ in a 4-3 victory over the Yankees, showcasing his growth as he outperformed mentor Gerrit Cole. With this win, the Padres secured their first series victory since late August, keeping them competitive in the wild-card race.
King emphasized the importance of focusing on competition rather than personal ties, despite the emotional backdrop of facing his former team. He highlighted the challenges posed by humidity but managed to navigate through tight situations effectively.
Upcoming for Padres: Nick Pivetta’s Return
The Padres are set to welcome back Nick Pivetta, who will start against the Nationals after recovering from injury. Pivetta’s recent rehab outing showcased promising fastball command, and he will be supported by Randy Vásquez, who will back him up from the bullpen.
Highlights:
- Fernando Tatis Jr. hit his 20th home run, joining Jackson Merrill in the 20-20 club.
- Rookie Ethan Salas made his DH debut but is still looking for his first hit in the big leagues.
