King and four relievers combined on a two-hitter for the Padres, who have won the first two games of the three-game series between teams that made the postseason in 2024.

Good morning, The Padres are fun again. Not because they’re winning, though that is a lot more enjoyable for those who watch them with a rooting interest. Not because they are hitting home runs all over the place.

King (1-0) picked up the win Tuesday, allowing two hits and a walk over five scoreless innings in a 7-0 rout of the Guardians. He struck out 11. The Padres' pitching staff continues to roll, racking up its third shutout in the last four games,