Former Mets general manager Zack Scott came up with a mock trade involving New York and the San Diego Padres, who might be motivated to move Michael King

The Atlanta Braves are checking on starting pitching talent along with the rival New York Mets. According to New York Mets on SI’s Pat Ragazzo, both teams, among others, are interested in Padres starting pitchers Dylan Cease and Michael King. The Mets are reported to have specifically spoken with the Padres.