Bryan King, a left-hander who debuted last season with a 2.39 ERA, is another potential candidate to fill roles in the Astros' bullpen. His development will be crucial to fortifying their pitching depth.

Bryan King emerged as a promising reliever for the Astros, ending the season with a 2.23 ERA over 62 games. His performance caught the attention of management, as they consider him for higher-leverage roles in the upcoming season. However, he concluded the year on the injured list due to a back issue, which raises questions about his availability moving forward.

Bryan King contributed significantly to the Astros' bullpen in Game 1 of the Wild Card round, delivering a scoreless inning and helping to limit the Tigers' offense. His performance, along with the rest of the bullpen, was crucial in keeping the game within reach after Framber Valdez's early struggles. The bullpen's ability to maintain a strong showing could provide a foundation for the Astros as they look to bounce back in the series.

Bryan King worked 11⁄3 innings in relief and, along with Spencer Arrighetti, helped limit the Phillies to just three hits in the game. His contribution was crucial in maintaining the shutout and supporting the team's strong overall performance.

Bryan King pitched 1 1/3 innings in relief, helping to combine with Spencer Arrighetti to limit the Phillies to just three hits. His effective performance contributed to the Astros' dominant 10-0 victory and showcased the team's strong pitching depth.