King, 29, pitched to a 2.95 ERA in 173 2/3 innings last season, striking out an impressive 201 batters. That total would have topped anyone on the Cubs, and King would slot in nicely at the top of the rotation between lefties Shota Imanaga and Justin Steele.

The Chicago Cubs never really got their foot in the door with Roki Sasaki, but Jed Hoyer could dial up the San Diego Padres for a compelling trade alternative.

The Chicago Cubs have been active in the trade market this winter. They could add another elite pitcher to their staff before Opening Day through a trade with the San Diego Padres.

The Chicago Cubs could be the perfect candidate to swing a massive offseason trade for San Diego Padres ace Dylan Cease.

The Padres need to trim payroll and address multiple needs. Should they trade Dylan Cease? Michael King? Both? Cast a vote at MLB Trade Rumors.

The Chicago Cubs could look to bolster their bullpen by signing San Diego Padres closer Tanner Scott in free agency.

The Chicago Cubs had a chance to improve their bullpen in a mighty way but their lack of commitment got in the way.

The San Diego Padres and veteran catcher Martin Maldonado are reportedly in agreement on a contract in free agency.

So far this winter, the Cubs have added two key members of the Astros, Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly, both via trade with Houston.

As the MLB offseason continues, the Padres made their first move acquiring Ron Marinaccio from the White Sox via trade after he was DFAd.

Former New York Yankees reliever turned San Diego Padres starter Michael King has reportedly been discussed in trade talks this winter. Michael Brauner of Chicago Cubs on Sports Illustrated wrote Tuesday that the Cubs would be an ideal fit to trade for King.