What happened: The Miami Marlins placed left-handed relief pitcher John King on the 15-day injured list Thursday with a left lateral ankle sprain. The roster transaction removes him from the active bullpen immediately.

Why it matters: King served as a highly effective piece of the Miami pitching staff throughout the first half of the season. The injury removes a key leverage option for late-inning situations. The club will lean on its remaining relievers to

What to watch: The team must adjust its bullpen rotation during the upcoming weekend series. King will undergo further evaluation to determine a timeline for his return.