Royals Sign Michael Lorenzen to One-Year Deal

Michael Lorenzen has signed a one-year, $7 million deal with the Kansas City Royals, pending a physical, after a solid 2024 season where he posted a 3.31 ERA over 130.1 innings. Lorenzen, who previously played for the Los Angeles Angels, will compete for a rotation spot following the trade of Brady Singer. Meanwhile, relief pitcher Chris Martin is returning to the Texas Rangers on a one-year deal after two successful seasons with the Boston Red Sox, opting for a homecoming. The St. Louis Cardinals remain inactive this offseason as they look to shed payroll and promote younger talent, while former Cardinal Paul DeJong may join the Milwaukee Brewers to fill their third base gap. Additionally, Cavan Biggio, son of Hall of Famer Craig Biggio, has signed a minor-league deal with the Royals, marking his fifth team in less than seven months as he aims to revitalize his career.