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The projected starter for the Padres was Michael King and he was scratched from his start with shoulder tightness less than an hour before game time. San Diego was forced into a bullpen game, which allowed Sean Reynolds to make his first MLB start. Reynolds allowed three runs in 2 2/3 innings on six hits.

Padres right-hander Michael King was scratched from his scheduled start about 40 minutes before Saturday's game against the Atlanta Braves.

San Diego Padres right-handed pitcher Michael King was scratched from Saturday's start because of right shoulder stiffness, the team announced less than an hour before first pitch. More news: Padres' Manny Machado Has 2-Word Reaction to Go-Ahead Home Run That Ended Losing Streak The Padres will have right-hander Sean Reynolds start Saturday's matchup against the Atlanta Braves.

MLB player prop bets and odds for Luis Sangel Arráez on Saturday, May 24, 2025, as the San Diego Padres take on the Atlanta Braves.

Preview the May 24 matchup between the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

Ahead of the Padres’ game against the Braves on Saturday afternoon, San Diego thought it would have ace right-handed pitcher Michael King starting on the mound. It was not to be.

The Atlanta Braves DFA'd shortstop Orlando Arcia on Friday to bring back Ronald Acuña Jr. Now, they could pursue Bo Bichette from the Toronto Blue Jays.