Michael King has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation, retroactive to August 11th. Randy Vásquez has been recalled to take his place. Details about the severity and expected duration of King's injury have not been disclosed. The Padres currently hold a one-game lead in the National League West over the Dodgers, with a crucial three-game series commencing tomorrow. King's absence will affect the starting lineup, as he was scheduled to pitch the first game.
The Padres announced that right-hander Michael King has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation, retroactive to August 11th.
Right-hander Randy Vásquez has been recalled in the corresponding move. The Friars haven't yet provided any information about King's injury or how long they expect him to be out of action.
King's IL placement is a notable development regardless. The Padres just passed the Dodgers to take a one-game lead in the National League West.
The two clubs open a three-game series against each other in Los Angeles tomorrow with the division lead on the line.
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