Michael Lorenzen Finalizes 1-Year, $8M Deal with Colorado Rockies

Right-hander Michael Lorenzen has finalized a one-year, $8 million contract with the Colorado Rockies. The deal includes a $7.75 million salary for this year and a $9 million club option for 2027 with a $250,000 buyout. Last season with Kansas City, the 34-year-old posted a 7-11 record with a 4.64 ERA, striking out a career-high 127 batters in 141 2/3 innings, but also tied for the MLB lead with 12 wild pitches. He previously threw a no-hitter for the Phillies in 2023.