US EditionRHP Michael Lorenzen agrees to an $8 million, 1-year contract with the Rockies, AP source says
Lorenzen joins Rockies on a one-year $8 million deal with a $9 million option, adding veteran pitching to a team that lost a major league-high 119 games in 2025.
- Michael Lorenzen agreed to an $8 million, one-year contract with the Colorado Rockies, reported by a person familiar with the situation, pending a physical and including a $9 million club option for the 2027 season.
- With top draft picks and promotions, the club has invested in youth, including Ethan Holliday, as Paul DePodesta and Warren Schaeffer lead a rebuild after at least 101 losses in each of the past three seasons.
- Lorenzen, who turned 34 on Sunday, went 7-11 with a 4.64 ERA in 26 starts and one relief appearance last year and struck out a career-high 127 in 141 2/3 innings, tying for the major-league lead with 12 wild pitches.
- The signing pairs Lorenzen with the Rockies' young nucleus of All-Star catcher Hunter Goodman, shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and shortstop Ethan Holliday .
- Across 395 appearances and multiple teams, Michael Lorenzen's journeyman background includes a 2015 MLB debut with Cincinnati and a trade on Aug. 1, 2023, reflecting his experience across clubs.
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The Colorado Rockies have reportedly strengthened their pitching staff for next season after signing veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen on a one-year, $8 million deal this week.
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RHP Michael Lorenzen agrees to an $8 million, 1-year contract with the Rockies, AP source says
Right-hander Michael Lorenzen has agreed to an $8 million, one-year contract with the Colorado Rockies, according to a person familiar with the situation.
Phillies legend Michael Lorenzen signs with the Colorado Rockies
The Colorado Rockies actually landed a recognizable name in free agency, which in itself feels like newsworthy behavior. According to Jeff Passan, right-hander Michael Lorenzen has agreed to a one-year, $8 million deal with the Colorado Rockies, with a $9 million club option for the 2027 season. Michael Lorenzen signs with the Colorado Rockies Michael Lorenzen and the Rockies are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract. pic.twitter.com/g…
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