Michael Clifton Lorenzen is an American professional baseball player currently with the Texas Rangers. Known for his versatility as both a pitcher and outfielder, Lorenzen has also played for the Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers, and Philadelphia Phillies during his career in Major League Baseball.
June 13, 1921: Babe Ruth's Similar Feat
Babe Ruth was the first player to accomplish the feat of hitting a home run, earning the win, and playing the field in the same game on June 13, 1921.
January 4, 1992: Birth of Michael Lorenzen
Michael Clifton Lorenzen was born on January 4, 1992.
2010: Drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays
Michael Lorenzen was drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in the seventh round of the 2010 MLB draft, but he chose not to sign.
2012: College Baseball Success and National Team Experience
In 2012, Lorenzen excelled in college baseball, earning All-American honors and playing for the United States national collegiate baseball team.
2013: Signing with the Reds and Professional Debut
After being drafted by the Reds in 2013, Lorenzen signed and made his professional debut with the Arizona League Reds.
2013: Drafted by the Cincinnati Reds
In 2013, Michael Lorenzen was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the first round of the MLB draft.
2014: Spring Training Invite and Continued Development
The Reds invited Lorenzen to spring training as a non-roster invitee in 2014, and he continued to develop in the minor leagues.
April 29, 2015: MLB Debut Against the Brewers
Lorenzen made his Major League debut on April 29, 2015, pitching against the Milwaukee Brewers.
2015: Promotion to the Major Leagues
Lorenzen started the 2015 season in the minors but was promoted to the major leagues by the Reds on April 29th.
2015: Previous Phillies No-Hitter
The last no-hitter thrown by a Phillies pitcher before Lorenzen's was in 2015 by Cole Hamels.
2015: MLB Debut with the Reds
Michael Lorenzen made his MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2015.
August 2016: Passing of Lorenzen's Father
Michael Lorenzen's father passed away in August 2016.
August 19, 2016: Home Run Tribute to Father
Lorenzen hit his first career home run on August 19, 2016, dedicating it to his father who had recently passed away.
November 2016: Marriage to Cassi
Lorenzen married his wife, Cassi, in November 2016.
2016: Elbow Injury and Return as a Reliever
Lorenzen was diagnosed with a sprained UCL in 2016, causing him to miss time. Upon his return, he transitioned to a relief pitching role.
2017: Continued Success as a Reliever
In 2017, Lorenzen continued to pitch effectively out of the bullpen for the Reds.
June 30, 2018: Grand Slam Against the Brewers
Lorenzen hit a grand slam as a pinch hitter against the Milwaukee Brewers on June 30, 2018.
2018: Transitioning to a Two-Way Player
Lorenzen began working towards becoming a two-way player during the 2018-2019 offseason.
September 4, 2019: Historic Two-Way Performance
On September 4, 2019, Lorenzen achieved a rare feat, becoming the second player in history to hit a home run, earn the win as a pitcher, and play in the field in the same game.
2020: Solid Performance with the Reds
Lorenzen had a solid season as a pitcher for the Reds in 2020.
April 14, 2021: Shoulder Injury and Injured List Stint
Lorenzen was placed on the injured list on April 14, 2021, due to a shoulder strain.
November 30, 2021: Signing with the Los Angeles Angels
Michael Lorenzen signed with the Los Angeles Angels on November 30, 2021.
April 11, 2022: Angels Debut
Lorenzen made his debut with the Angels on April 11, 2022, starting against the Miami Marlins.
May 1, 2022: Longest Career Start
On May 1, 2022, Lorenzen pitched his longest career game against the Chicago White Sox.
December 20, 2022: Signing with the Detroit Tigers
Lorenzen signed a contract with the Detroit Tigers on December 20, 2022.
2022: Signing with the Los Angeles Angels
Michael Lorenzen signed with the Los Angeles Angels for the 2022 season.
April 15, 2023: Tigers Debut
Lorenzen made his first start for the Tigers on April 15, 2023, after starting the season on the injured list.
August 1, 2023: Trade to the Philadelphia Phillies
The Phillies acquired Lorenzen in a trade on August 1, 2023.
2023: All-Star Selection and Trade to the Tigers
In 2023, Lorenzen signed with the Detroit Tigers and was named an MLB All-Star.
2023: Birth of Daughter, June
Lorenzen and his wife welcomed their daughter, June, in 2023.
2023: Trade to the Phillies and No-Hitter
The Detroit Tigers traded Lorenzen to the Philadelphia Phillies in 2023, where he threw a no-hitter.
March 22, 2024: Signing with the Texas Rangers
On March 22, 2024, Lorenzen signed a contract with the Texas Rangers.
2024: Signing with the Texas Rangers
Lorenzen signed with the Texas Rangers for the 2024 season.