Michael King Set to Start Against Cardinals on Thursday

Michael King (3-2, 2.95 ERA, 39 SO) is scheduled to start for the San Diego Padres in Thursday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. King will be opposed by Cardinals left-hander Matthew Liberatore as the Padres look to defend their home turf. First pitch is scheduled for 9:10 p.m. CT, with the game broadcast on ESPN.