According to Jon Morosi of MLB.com, The Orioles are among the teams eyeing Tigers’ starter Michael Lorenzen.
Just as Lorenzen is a sensible target for Houston and Tampa Bay, the fit for Baltimore is straightforward. Lorenzen seems highly likely to move before next Tuesday’s deadline.
Orioles remain focused on pitching upgrades ahead of the deadline, sources say.
Tigers All-Star Michael Lorenzen is one starter in whom they have interest. @MLBNetwork
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 28, 2023
It’s his second straight season as a full-time starter. After posting league average numbers in 18 starts for the Angels last year, the 31-year-old has been a mid-rotation caliber arm this season.
Even following a five-inning, three-run performance against the Halos this afternoon, he carries a 3.58 ERA across 105 2/3 frames.
Detroit signed Lorenzen to an $8.5MM free agent deal. Just over $3MM of that salary is yet to be paid out.
