At the age of 32 and having recently earned an All-Star nod with the Detroit Tigers, he likely perceives this as an…
At the age of 32 and having recently earned an All-Star nod with the Detroit Tigers, he likely perceives this as an opportune moment to maximize his value in the free-agent market. However, given the sluggish pace of free agency, it might be in his best interest to wait for a team facing an injury and growing desperate, such as the Boston Red Sox in light of the recent Lucas Giolito news.
Having played nine seasons in the majors with the Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Angels, Tigers, and Philadelphia Phillies, the California native recorded a 9-9 record last season split between the Tigers and Phillies due to a midseason trade. Lorenzen made a noteworthy impact upon joining Philadelphia by pitching a no-hitter. His overall career stats stand at 40-38 with a 4.11 ERA.
For teams unwilling to make substantial investments in pitchers like Blake Snell or Jordan Montgomery, Lorenzen could serve as a more budget-friendly alternative. Any team seeking additional starting depth could find value in acquiring him, though uncertainty surrounds when his market will become active amidst the current free-agency standstill.
