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Michael Lorenzen professional career transition

Overview

Following a difficult tenure with the Colorado Rockies, where he posted a 7.08 ERA and a 3-11 record, veteran right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen was designated for assignment in mid-August.

Shortly after his release from Colorado, the Toronto Blue Jays signed the 34-year-old to a one-year contract to address pitching depth issues caused by injuries to several starters. Blue Jays manager John Schneider noted that Lorenzen offers “availability for length and availability to do a lot of different things,” and expects him to serve in the bullpen immediately.

Recent reports confirm the signing of the former All-Star to bolster the team's pitching depth. Lorenzen is expected to provide both starting and relief options for the rotation as the Blue Jays compete for an American League wild-card berth.

Entities

Michael Lorenzen · Colorado Rockies · Kansas City Royals · Rogers Centre · Kazuma Okamoto

Timeline

  1. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 18 sources
    Toronto Blue Jays defeat Seattle Mariners 8-1 as Dylan Cease shines

    The Toronto Blue Jays routed the Seattle Mariners 8-1 behind Dylan Cease's pitching, while the Kansas City Royals shut out the Cleveland Guardians 3-0.

  2. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Colorado Rockies designate Michael Lorenzen for assignment

    The Colorado Rockies have designated pitcher Michael Lorenzen for assignment and recalled TJ Shook from Triple-A Albuquerque following Lorenzen's struggles this season.

Sources

baseballrumors.me · bluebirdbanter.com · brandonsun.com · capperspicks.com · cappertek.com · coveringthecorner.com · deadspin.com · dose.ca · goonerdaily.com · jaysinthehouse.com · lehighvalleylive.com · newsday.com · pennlive.com · pickdawgz.com · restonnow.com · si.com · theathletic.com · winnipegfreepress.com

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