Michael King

Michael King pitched admirably, allowing just one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out seven over five innings in Monday's 2-1 win against the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a solid display of efficiency and control, enhancing his season metrics to a more respectable level. With a 4.09 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP through 12 starts, King's performance today nudges his season in a positive direction, especially considering his strong 10.1 K/9 rate. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate while keeping runs to a minimum will continue to make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, particularly in leagues that reward strikeouts heavily.

Michael King delivered a solid start, allowing three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out six over 6.2 innings in Wednesday's 7-3 win against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact

This performance marked a continuation of King's season characterized by a decent strikeout rate but a concerning ERA and WHIP. His 9.89 K/9 continues to be a bright spot, though his 4.28 ERA and 1.31 WHIP suggest that he's often dancing around danger.

Michael King struggled in Wednesday's 8-0 loss to the Rockies, allowing six earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven over 5.1 innings.

Fantasy Impact

This outing marks a setback for King, who had maintained a somewhat respectable 4.31 ERA and 1.36 WHIP through his first nine starts of the season. His performance today, characterized by a lack of control and an inability to limit damage, inflated his ERA and could raise concerns about his consistency moving forward. Despite a solid 10.1 K/9 rate, his elevated 5.08 FIP suggests that some regression was perhaps inevitable. Fantasy managers should monitor his next few starts closely, as they could indicate whether this game was an outlier or a sign of a troubling trend.

Michael King delivered a masterclass performance against the Dodgers, tossing seven scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and three walks while striking out 11.

Fantasy Impact

This gem of a game showcased King's ability to dominate a lineup, even though it frustratingly didn't translate into a win due to minimal run support. Despite a solid season ERA of 3.67 and a commendable 9.9 K/9 rate, his FIP of 5.18 and WHIP of 1.31 suggest some underlying struggles, possibly inflated by a low .244 BABIP indicating some good fortune on balls in play. Fantasy managers should be cautiously optimistic; while the high strikeout numbers are enticing, the peripheral metrics hint at potential volatility. King's performance in high-leverage situations will be critical in determining his fantasy viability as the season progresses.

Michael King delivered a stellar performance, tossing six scoreless innings and allowing just six hits with no walks while striking out three in the Padres' 13-1 victory over the Diamondbacks on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a breath of fresh air for King, whose season has been marred by a less-than-stellar 4.29 ERA and a high 1.40 WHIP. His ability to avoid walks and keep runs off the board in this game could be a sign of turning things around, especially considering his solid 9.2 K/9 rate. However, his 5.80 FIP suggests that some underlying issues may still exist, potentially limiting his upside. Fantasy managers should remain cautious but optimistic, as performances like this could signal a positive adjustment in his approach.