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• Beat the Streak Picks
The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.380, 0.764 — Luis Arraez batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.341, 0.707 — Casey Schmitt batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.335, 0.716 — Michael Harris II batting at Chris Paddack. 0.330, 0.702 — Jung Hoo Lee batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.327, 0.712 — Dominic Smith […]...2026
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.372, 0.748 — Ildemaro Vargas batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.323, 0.717 — Nick Gonzales batting at Patrick Corbin. 0.322, 0.717 — Brandon Marsh batting vs. Slade Cecconi. 0.317, 0.674 — Jose Fernandez batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.316, 0.679 — Nolan Arenado batting vs. […]...2026
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 42 thread: Michael Lorenzen vs Paul Skenes

After spending the weekend and going 1-2 against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Colorado Rockies (16-25) will look to reset as they begin a three-game set against the Pittsburgh Pirates (22-19). They will, however, have their work cut out for them with a much-improved Pirates squad. Moreover, Colorado has lost five-straight in Pittsburgh dating back to […]...2026
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.345, 0.720 — Nick Gonzales batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.327, 0.716 — Brandon Marsh batting at Brayan Bello. 0.323, 0.692 — Ryan O’Hearn batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.318, 0.710 — Andy Pages batting vs. Adrian Houser. 0.311, 0.729 — Chandler Simpson batting at […]...2026
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 37 thread: Freddy Peralta vs. Michael Lorenzen

It’s not May baseball in Colorado without the annual snowstorm that pops up. Denver woke up to a winter wonderland and one of the biggest May snowstorms in a long while. As a result of the ongoing weather today, the Colorado Rockies and New York Mets resume their series with the second game but at […]...2026
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 32 thread: Michael Lorenzen vs. Andrew Abbott

Wake up, friends, baseball starts early today! After struggling to break through in the first game of the series, the bats came alive in the second game for the Colorado Rockies as they defeated the Cincinnati Reds 13-2 on Wednesday. Now, with the series split, the Rockies aim for their second straight series win to […]...2026
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 17 thread: Michael Lorenzen vs Colton Gordon

That four-game sweep in San Diego last week? Whatever. It was a lifetime ago. It’s a new day and a new series, this time with the Houston Astros, a team the Colorado Rockies swept last week that has now lost eight in a row. To be fair, the Astros have be devastated by injuries. Taking […]...2026
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• Royals to call up Rich Hill

Rich Hill, pitching for the Omaha Storm Chasers | Minda Haas Kuhlmann The 45-year-old would become the oldest player in club history The Royals will call up 45-year-old left-hander Rich Hill, according to Fansided reporter Robert Murray. He will likely make the Tuesday start against the Cubs, which is currently listed as “TBA” by the Royals. Hill was signed to a minor league deal by the R...2025
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• Michael Lorenzen hits the Injured List with an oblique injury

Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images The righty could miss some serious time. Today, the Royals added Michael Lorenzen to the Injured List with a left oblique injury. He missed his scheduled start on Saturday due to illness. If I had a nickel for every time a Royals pitcher couldn’t go because he was sick, and then he was added to the Injured List with a strained muscle before ever retaking the mound...2025
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• Royals get stepped on literally and metaphorically in 8-3 loss to Mets

The Royals got stepped on literally and metaphorically. | Denny Medley-Imagn Images The Mets’ seven runs in the 8th and 9th killed the vibe. Welp, the bullpen blew it. Michael Wacha ran into some trouble in the third inning - he had to face Juan Soto with the bases loaded and one out - but he managed to get out of the jam giving up only one run on a bases-loaded walk. It was good enough - ...2025
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• The Italian Stallions provide all the horsepower the Royals need to sweep the Rangers, 4-1

Jac Caglianone #14 of the Kansas City Royals celebrates in the dugout after a solo home run | Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images Jac bashed his first major league home run. And then he hit another in case you weren’t paying attention Today, the Royals took on the Rangers in Texas, hoping to come away with a sweep to get back on track after their worst week of the season. The Royals ar...2025
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• Player of the Week: Michael Lorenzen

Michael Lorenzen #24 of the Kansas City Royals delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the first inning at Daikin Park on May 14, 2025 in Houston, Texas. | Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images The best depth you could ask for The Royals have often struggled with the quality and depth of their starting pitching. But last year and this year, that hasn’t been the case. Michael Lorenze...2025
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• Royals defeat Twins 4-2 in series opener

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) celebrates with Kansas City Royals outfielder Kyle Isbel (28) as he crosses home plate after hitting a home run during the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. | William Purnell-Imagn Images Michael Lorenzen pitched well and Isbel homered The Kansas City Royals defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-2 in tonight’s series open...2025
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• Royals officially set 2025 Opening Day roster

Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Here are the 26 Royals ready to do battle on Opening Day. The Royals have announced the 2025 Opening Day roster, with the final few bench spots and last starting pitcher spot falling into place over the last few weeks. The roster is as follows: Catchers (2): Freddy Fermin, Salvador Perez Infielders (6): Cavan Biggio, Jonathan India, Maikel Garcia, Michael...2025
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• Why the Royals could have one of the most underrated bullpens in baseball

Photo by Norm Hall/MLB Photos via Getty Images The Royals made significant changes in their bullpen over the last year. Over the last year, the Royals have put significant stock in their bullpen and this season, they hope to reap the benefits of their work. As we head into 2025, we get a look at both some new faces, and some familiar ones who are getting healthy and we hope to see bounce b...2025
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• The last(?) Royals Opening Day roster prediction of 2025 Spring Training

Jack Hurley #26 of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Gavin Cross #8 and Carson Roccaforte #3 of the Kansas City Royals interact | Photo by Aryanna Frank/MLB Photos via Getty Images For a team with a lot of locked up positions, there sure are some drastic prediction changes in this final roster prediction Lineup Let’s do this vs lefties and righties because the Royals have some interesting platoon ...2025
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"Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images The Royals have re-signed right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year, $7 million deal, according to ESPN reporter Jeff Passan."

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"Michael Lorenzen: Tigers Detroit got a decent four months out of him and a good return in trade."

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"ended up with him on third base after a pickoff attempt from Michael Lorenzen went awry."

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"6:17pm: The Tigers are in agreement with free agent starter Michael Lorenzen on a free agent deal, reports Robert Murray of FanSided (Twitter link)."

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"For seven seasons with the Reds, right-hander Michael Lorenzen was utilized in rather unique fashion."

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"Last year, Michael Lorenzen did something only Babe Ruth had done."

2019
"Reds right-hander Michael Lorenzen is working out extensively as an outfielder this offseason in hopes of finding his way into an expanded, hybrid role in 2019, writes Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer."

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"ROSTER MOVES BY TEAM (May 23rd-May 24th) NATIONAL LEAGUE CINCINNATI REDS | Depth Chart Placed on 10-Day DL: RP Raisel Iglesias (strained left biceps), RP Austin Brice (strained back) Activated from 10-Day DL: RP Michael Lorenzen Lorenzen, Jared Hughes, Amir Garrett, David Hernandez and Wandy Peralta are all in the mix for saves while Iglesias is out."

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"In the bottom of the eighth, Ian Happ's three-run home run off of reliever Michael Lorenzen propelled the Cubs to a 5-4 comeback win over the Reds at Wrigley Field on Friday afternoon."

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"Reds starter Michael Lorenzen, who is vying for one of the three open rotation spots, pitched two perfect innings with two strikeouts as he dispatched San Francisco's hitters in brisk fashion."

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"Cincinnati Reds pitcher Michael Lorenzen, 23, after two full years in the minors, made his MLB debut Wednesday night against the Milwaukee Brewers."

2014
"Tony Cingrani is already up, while Robert Stephenson, Michael Lorenzen and Ben Lively are all knocking on the door of permanent big league spots."

• This Week in Purple: Two pitchers, two stories, one vision

Two veteran pitchers with the Colorado Rockies are gearing up for spring training as full-squad workouts began this week. Both are under contract 2026 with a club option for 2027; both are right-handed; and both will be competing in this year’s highly-anticipated edition of the World Baseball Classic. Michael Lorenzen and Antonio Senzatela also provide […]...2026
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• Rockies To Sign Jose Quintana
The Rockies have followed up their Michael Lorenzen and Tomoyuki Sugano signings with another free agent deal for a veteran starter. Colorado is in agreement with left-hander Jose Quintana on a deal, reports Jesse Rogers of ESPN. The signing is pending a physical. More to come....2026
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• Rockies sign RHP Tomoyuki Sugano

After signing Michael Lorenzen to their rotation earlier this off-season, the Colorado Rockies indicated that they were still in the market for another veteran starting pitcher. It would appear that starting pitcher has been selected, as the Rockies have reportedly signed Japanese right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year deal worth $5.1 million for the […]...2026
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• How recent roster moves are shaping the direction of the Rockies

The Colorado Rockies haven’t exactly had a quiet off-season. They hired an entirely new front office and coaching staff as the organization begins their much needed modernization and rebuild efforts. They’ve signed two veteran free agents in Michael Lorenzen and Willi Castro to Major League deals, acquired Jake McCarthy from the Arizona Diamondbacks, brought on […]...2026
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• Tyler Anderson could fit the bill for new look Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have been busy lately with the signing of free agent pitcher Michael Lorenzen and the reported signing of utilityman Willi Castro. It’s been clear that the Rockies are hoping to build a team in 2026 that affords them the ability to let the young players of 2025 get more time to develop […]...2026
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• Evaluating Willi Castro’s role with the Rockies

Last Thursday ESPN reported that the Colorado Rockies had reached an agreement with veteran super utilityman Willi Castro on a two-year deal worth $12.8 million. Interestingly, the report came as Rockies president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta was holding a media availability following the official signing of right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen. DePodesta was cagey when […]...2026
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• Rockies officially sign RHP Michael Lorenzen

On Thursday morning, the Colorado Rockies made their first Major League free agent signing official. Veteran right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen will join the Rockies’ starting rotation for the 2026 season on a one-year, $8 million deal. The contract includes a $9 million club option for the 2027 season. The deal was first reported last Wednesday. […]...2026
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• Rockies Designate Bradley Blalock For Assignment
The Rockies announced Thursday that right-hander Bradley Blalock has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to newly signed righty Michael Lorenzen, whose previously reported one-year contract (with a 2027 club option) is now official. Blalock has seen major league time in each of the past two seasons, totaling a combined…...2026
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• What Michael Lorenzen could mean for the Rockies

Last Wednesday evening it was reported that the Colorado Rockies had made their first free agent Major League deal of the off-season. While the move is not yet official, the Rockies are said to be bringing in veteran right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen on a one-year, $8 million deal. Bringing in Lorenzen—who is expected to be […]...2026
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• Effectively Wild Episode 2424: The Perfect Fits for Free Agents

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about how the on-ramp for learning about sports analytics has changed since they were students, follow up on players who unretired after becoming coaches, break down the Edward Cabrera trade (and the Michael Lorenzen signing), and then discuss the remaining top-10 free agents (Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Framber Valdez, […]...2026
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 37 thread: Freddy Peralta vs. Michael Lorenzen
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• The final 18 games before the All-Star Break is monumental for the Royals

Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Boys in Blue need to bank some wins Things have been really rough for the Royals since the end of May. They haven’t won a home game in the month of June yet, and they haven’t gotten on a nice winning streak in a while. After dropping the series opener to the Rays last night 5-1, the Royals have 18 games left before the All-Star Br...2025
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• The Italian Stallions provide all the horsepower the Royals need to sweep the Rangers, 4-1
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• Royals Drop Game Two in Chicago 4-1

Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images Yikes... Yesterday, the Royals played their first game in Chicago against the White Sox in a three-game series, coming away with a disappointing 7-2 loss. Today felt no different as missed opportunities on offense and some early struggles for Michael Wacha resulted in a 4-1 loss. Today's loss ensured a series loss for the Royals against the White Sox, w...2025
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• Noah Cameron should remain in the rotation

There have been a lot of smiles for Noah Cameron since he was selected to the Royals’ roster. | Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images This is not complicated. You don’t need me to tell you this, but I like saying it, so I’ll tell you anyway. Noah Cameron has been very good for the Kansas City Royals. He’s on all kinds of leaderboards as the only or one of a handful of pitchers who have accom...2025
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• Player of the Week: Michael Lorenzen
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• What if this is just who the Royals are?

Freddy Fermin #34 of the Kansas City Royals is doused with water by Jonathan India #6 and Bobby Witt Jr. #7 | Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images The offense might never improve, but that doesn’t have to mean trouble. Much ink, digital and otherwise, has been spilled on the topic of the Royals... shall we say inconsistent offense. Methods of improvement that have been suggested include, but...2025
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• Royals finish the sweep with a 6-2 win in game two of the Rockies double header

Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Royals offensive success continues as they put up 13 runs on the day and come away with a sweep against the Rockies. In game two of their doubleheader, the Royals look to secure their first sweep of the year and to win their fourth in a row to establish their longest win streak of the year. The offense came alive in game one of the doubleheader, and they ...2025
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• Royals defeat Twins 4-2 in series opener
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• Bubic, Witt Jr. shine as Royals beat Orioles 4-1

Photo by Kyle Rivas/Getty Images The Royals have won their first series of the year! And it was a fun one to take in The Royals won their first series of year on Sunday afternoon, as they downed the Orioles 4-1. Kris Bubic was once again fantastic, as he hurled 6.2 innings of 1 run ball, while allowing five hits and a walk, but striking out 8 batters again. The one run came after a Hunter...2025
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• Phillies 10, Rockies 1: Rox offense MIA on Opening Day

Today was not the party the Rockies or their fans were hoping for. For a moment, it felt like it might be possible. A perfect afternoon, a packed house, and Hunter Goodman receiving his Silver Slugger before first-pitch set an optimistic tone. Then the first inning happened. Michael Lorenzen never settled in. Trea Turner led off with a double, walks [R...2026
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• The final 18 games before the All-Star Break is monumental for the Royals
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• MJ Melendez is at the biggest turning point in his career

MJ Melendez #1 of the Kansas City Royals hits a two run home run against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning in Game One of the Division Series at Yankee Stadium on October 05, 2024 in New York City. | Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images The clock is ticking From the moment a rookie steps onto a big league field for the first time, a clock starts ticking. That clock will eventually ...2025
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• The Royals have overtaken the Cardinals as Missouri’s better baseball team

The Royals host the Cardinals. | Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images Vibes around Kansas City are much more positive than around St. Louis For years, despite living in the suburbs of Kansas City, I rooted for the St. Louis Cardinals over the Kansas City Royals. The reason is simple: my family all rooted for the Cardinals. Of the seven people in my immediate family, I arrived last, but more import...2025
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• What Royals payroll looks like for 2025

Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Will John Sherman continue spending? The Royals made waves last winter by being one of the biggest spenders of the winter, pushing their Opening Day payroll to $115 million, the highest it had been since 2018. While J.J. Picollo says the budget has not been set for next year, he expects owner John Sherman to offer the same kind of payroll flexibility the Ro...2024
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• The Royals were hosed in Game 1. How will they respond?

Brad Penner-Imagn Images They can’t let it consume them. In the seventh inning of Saturday's Game 1 of the ALDS between the Royals and Yankees, the game stood tied 5-5 with Jazz Chisholm at first base and no outs. Reliever Michael Lorenzen stuck out Anthony Volpe on a sweeper, and with Chisholm running on the pitch, the Royals had a chance for a double play. Salvador Perez has long been on...2024
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• Royals lose seesaw affair, 6-5

Kansas City Royals pitcher John Schreiber (46) reacts during the fifth inning against the New York Yankees during game one of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. | Brad Penner-Imagn Images Neither team’s best MVP candidate could come up with a hit in this one From the first inning it was obvious that neither team was going to be content to have one of the low-scoring affa...2024
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• Lorenzen lashes LA lineup in 3-0 licking

Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images Back in the win column. For the first time in nearly two months the Kansas City Royals won a rubber match by taking down the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday. The Royals came out with an aggressive gameplan against Johnny Cueto: swing early and often. At first that played right into Cueto’s hands as he allowed a couple lasers but manage...2024
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• Detroit repays bullpen shellacking, win 6-5 in 11 innings

Kansas City Royals outfielder MJ Melendez (1) is tagged out by Detroit Tigers third baseman Matt Vierling (8) as he tries to stretch a single in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski | Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports The Royals bullpen blew three saves in one night. This was planned as a celebratory post-game recap. The Royals used...2024
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• A look at this year’s starting pitching free agent class

Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images Who wants some arms? The Royals will seek to improve on this year’s last place disaster, and the area they will most look to address is the pitching. The Royals got a 5.12 ERA from their starting pitchers, fourth-worst in baseball with the third-worst strikeout rate. General Manager J.J. Picollo has stated that he expects next year’s rotation to feature Cole...2023
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• Get Happ-y: HR powers Cubs to comeback win
In a game that had no bearing on their postseason situation, the Cubs still showed flair for the dramatic in the late innings. In the bottom of the eighth, Ian Happ's three-run home run off of reliever Michael Lorenzen propelled the Cubs to a 5-4 comeback win over the Reds at Wrigley Field on Friday afternoon....2017
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• Bumgarner solid, Adrianza drives in 2 vs. Reds
Giants ace Madison Bumgarner's 2016 spring debut began in similar fashion to his one in 2015. Bumgarner gave up a first-inning home run, but was otherwise smooth before the Reds were handed a 4-3 loss. Reds starter Michael Lorenzen, who is vying for one of the three open rotation spots, pitched two perfect innings with two strikeouts as he dispatched San Francisco's hitters in brisk fashion....2016
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• Matt Olson reaches 50 homers on the season but Braves lose 7-5 to Phillies

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Andruw Jones now has company in the Braves single-season 50 homer club, as Matt Olson homered twice to reach the milestone number. Matt Olson got two steps closer to breaking Andruw Jones’ franchise record for homers in a single season after he smacked both his 49th and 50th home runs of the season in tonight's game. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to help ...2023
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• Braves back to basics in 9-3 win led by Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuna

Photo by Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images The Braves cruised to a victory, returning to winning ways. Spencer Strider dominated and struck out 11 Phillies, while Ronald Acuna hit two homers and stole another base in a monster game. After a rough stretch of games, the Braves turned to Spencer Strider to hold the Phillies’ offense down and give their powerful offense a chance ...2023
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• The Daily Belli watch: 17 days to the Cubs Spring Training opener

Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images We have all been here before. Today’s song selection: Or perhaps you’d like your déjà vu this way: The rest of this article is going to look very familiar. Déjà vu, if you like. This is a repeat from last Wednesday, because as of this morning, 15 of MLB Trade Rumors’ Top 50 Free Agents remain unsigned, just as they were last week. Here’s my best gues...2024
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• Phils' Lorenzen no-hits Nats for MLB's 4th of 2023

Michael Lorenzen, a trade-deadline acquisition by Philadelphia, threw MLB's fourth no-hitter of the season....2023
• Royals move to first place with win over Guardians

David Richard-USA TODAY Sports Get off the tracks! Despite a lengthy rain delay in the bottom of the fifth inning, the Royals didn’t lose steam in a 6-1 win over the Guardians. The win not only puts them in first place, but clinches the season series against Cleveland. Things got off to a quick start for Kansas City. Following a scoreless first, Paul DeJong woke up the offense with a two...2024
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• Salvy grand slam lifts Royals to 9-4 win to sweep doubleheader

David Richard-USA TODAY Sports The Royals are just one game out of first place. Salvador Perez smashed two home runs, including a grand slam to carry the Royals to a 9-4 win over the Guardians to sweep Monday’s doubleheader. Perez finished with six RBI on the game, and went 5-for-7 in the doubleheader. The Royals had some sloppy play early on. With two on against Alec Marsh, Jose Ramirez ...2024
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• Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: MLB DraftKings Bargain Buys for September 6
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• Cincinnati Reds' 5 Non-Roster Invitees to Watch in Spring Training
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 32 thread: Michael Lorenzen vs. Andrew Abbott
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.312, 0.717 — Luis Arraez batting at Cristopher Sanchez. 0.304, 0.705 — Yordan Alvarez batting at Chris Bassitt. 0.304, 0.676 — Elly De La Cruz batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.300, 0.702 — Trea Turner batting vs. Adrian Houser. 0.299, 0.685 — Brandon Marsh […]...2026
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• Rockies 4, Mets 3: Surviving strikeouts and finishing with authority

For much of the night, it looked like a step forward. And this time, they finished it. Behind a quietly brilliant outing from Michael Lorenzen and a lineup that adjusted as the game went on, the Colorado Rockies (11-16) defeated the New York Mets (9-17) 4–3 on Friday night at Citi Field. Lorenzen set the […]...2026
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.302, 0.691 — Bo Bichette batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.293, 0.698 — Xavier Edwards batting at Adrian Houser. 0.284, 0.648 — Juan Soto batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.280, 0.693 — Jacob Wilson batting at Nathan Eovaldi. 0.277, 0.667 — Otto Lopez batting at […]...2026
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.318, 0.710 — Andy Pages batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.316, 0.722 — Luis Arraez batting at Miles Mikolas. 0.299, 0.691 — Freddie Freeman batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.292, 0.682 — Alec Burleson batting at Mike Burrows. 0.288, 0.677 — Miguel Rojas batting at […]...2026
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The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.289, 0.674 — Ryan O’Hearn batting vs. Miles Mikolas. 0.288, 0.678 — Carlos Correa batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.286, 0.692 — Luis Arraez batting at Brady Singer. 0.284, 0.670 — Jose Altuve batting vs. Michael Lorenzen. 0.283, 0.668 — Nick Gonzales batting vs. […]...2026
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• Beat the Streak Picks
The Baseball Musings Pledge Drive is live. If you find Beat the Streak Picks helpful, please consider a donation. The Log5 Method yields these top projected hit averages versus starting pitchers: 0.285, 0.693 — Chandler Simpson batting vs. Colin Rea. 0.284, 0.682 — Jeremy Pena batting at Michael Lorenzen. 0.282, 0.672 — Jose Altuve batting at Michael […]...2026
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• This year’s Royals are better on paper but will that translate to more wins?

Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images The Royals look better on paper, but they might not win as many games as the 2024 version. The roster that the Royals having heading into the 2025 regular season is just better than what they started with last season. That does not mean they will win more games than the 2024 Royals, but I do like that this front office seems to improve the roster yearly. Let’...2025
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• Astros series preview: A fading dynasty?

Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images The Astros are still very good - but for how much longer? The Astros have had a mini-dynasty lately. They have reached the American League Championship Series in each of the last seven years, winning four pennants and two championships. Notwithstanding their sign-stealing scandal, they have been a franchise to emulate with a record of success any other organiz...2024
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• White Sox Showing Interest In Michael Lorenzen
The White Sox have interest in free agent starter Michael Lorenzen, reports Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic. The right-hander is arguably the third-best pitcher still on the open market behind Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery. Chicago’s link to Lorenzen comes at a time when trade speculation around staff ace Dylan Cease has been rekindled. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported…...2024
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• A look at this year’s starting pitching free agent class
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• A Cubs fan’s guide to the Division Series

Jason Heyward reacts after hitting a single against the Giants. | John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports Who are you cheering for as playoff baseball continues? Four Wild Card Series and four sweeps later the bracket is set for four best of five Division Series. One division winner, the Milwaukee Brewers, has already been eliminated, the other five remain. These series have everything, including lots...2023
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• Should the Atlanta Braves target this bullpen arm?
Should the Braves make a move for this bullpen arm? | Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports The Braves bullpen has been elite, but could they target a solid arm to upgrade? The All-Star week festivities have begun, which means that trade deadline season is quickly approaching us. The Atlanta Braves are in the fortunate position to where they do not really have any “needs”. However, teams could al...2023
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