Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Michael Lorenzen

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Michael Lorenzen

Discover the career path of Michael Lorenzen, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Michael Lorenzen is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Kansas City Royals in MLB. Prior to joining the Royals, Lorenzen played for the Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers, Philadelphia Phillies, and Texas Rangers, showcasing his career across multiple teams in the league.

2 days ago : Michael Lorenzen launches WorkMode app and prepares to face Kansas City Royals.

Michael Lorenzen, Detroit Tigers pitcher, launched WorkMode, a fitness app for kids. He is also preparing to face the Kansas City Royals, benefiting from extra rest. Game details and betting odds are available.

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April 29, 2015: MLB Debut

On April 29, 2015, Michael Lorenzen made his Major League Baseball debut with the Cincinnati Reds, pitching five innings against the Milwaukee Brewers and taking the loss.

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June 30, 2018: Grand Slam Home Run

On June 30, 2018, Lorenzen was called up to pinch-hit in the seventh inning against the Brewers and hit a grand slam off pitcher Jacob Barnes, marking his third home run of the 2018 season.

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September 4, 2019: Lorenzen's Historic Game

On September 4, 2019, Michael Lorenzen became the second player in baseball history to hit a home run, earn the win as the pitcher, and play in the field in the same game, as the Reds defeated the Phillies, 8–5.

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November 30, 2021: Signed with Los Angeles Angels

On November 30, 2021, Lorenzen signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels worth $6.75 million.

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April 11, 2022: Angels Debut

On April 11, 2022, Michael Lorenzen debuted with the Los Angeles Angels, pitching 6 innings, allowing 2 hits and 1 earned run, and striking out 7 against the Miami Marlins.

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May 1, 2022: Longest Career Start

On May 1, 2022, Lorenzen had his longest career start against the Chicago White Sox, giving up 3 runs in 8+1⁄3 innings.

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December 20, 2022: Signed with Detroit Tigers

On December 20, 2022, Lorenzen signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers for $8.5 million.

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April 15, 2023: Tigers Debut

On April 15, 2023, Lorenzen was activated off the injured list to make his Detroit Tigers debut, starting against the San Francisco Giants.

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August 1, 2023: Traded to Philadelphia Phillies

On August 1, 2023, Lorenzen was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies for prospect Hao-Yu Lee.

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March 22, 2024: Signed with Texas Rangers

On March 22, 2024, Lorenzen signed a one-year, $4.5 million contract with the Texas Rangers.

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July 29, 2024: Traded to Kansas City Royals

On July 29, 2024, Lorenzen was traded to the Kansas City Royals for Walter Pennington.

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January 8, 2025: Re-signed with the Royals

On January 8, 2025, Lorenzen re-signed with the Kansas City Royals on a one-year, $7 million contract.

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