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Welcome to the 2026 edition of Ranking the Rockies, where we take a look back at every player to log playing time for the Rockies in 2026. The purpose of this list is to provide a snapshot of the player in context.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Blue Jays: Michael Lorenzen elects free agency

The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching depth has taken a bit of a hit in recent days. Following being designated for assignment, right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen has elected free agency, ending his tenure in the Blue Jays after just under four weeks.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Michael Lorenzen Elects Free Agency

Michael Lorenzen cleared waivers after being outrighted by the Blue Jays, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The veteran righty will get an early start on the offseason after electing free agency.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / September 18

2026 Transactions: Reds Claim Cabrera, Blue Jays DFA Lorenzen

For the first time in his professional career, Oswaldo Cabrera is no longer in the Yankees’ organization. Cincinnati claimed the veteran infielder, one of several moves made on September 18.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 18

Jose Rodriguez set to join Blue Jays bullpen with Michael Lorenzen DFA'd

Jose Rodriguez will get his chance to shine following Michael Lorenzen's struggles.

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 18

Blue Jays designate Michael Lorenzen for assignment, select José Rodríguez to MLB roster

Michael Lorenzen has been designated for assignment ahead of Friday’s series opener against the Texas Rangers, per the Toronto Blue Jays’ announcement.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 18

Blue Jays Designate Michael Lorenzen For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced that they have designated right-hander Michael Lorenzen for assignment. His roster spot goes to fellow right-hander José Rodríguez, who has been selected to the roster.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / September 16

Tigers Crush Jays

Tigers 10 Blue Jays 1 That was less than fun. We’ve done well on bullpen days, but the problem with bullpen days is if it doesn’t go to plan, you can’t really change on the fly.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / August 28

Blue Jays' Desperate Michael Lorenzen Move Exposes Their Biggest Problem

The Toronto Blue Jays need pitching help. Desperately. Apparently, they needed it so bad they took a chance on Michael Lorenzen. The Blue Jays officially signed the veteran right-hander Thursday, just a little more than a week after the Colorado Rockies designated him for assignment.

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The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Viral Sports News / August 27

Blue Jays Acquire Former All-Star in Post-Deadline Move

The Toronto Blue Jays added veteran right-hander Michael Lorenzen on Thursday, signing the former All-Star to a one-year deal as they look to stabilize a rotation battered by injuries down the stretch.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 27

2026 Transactions: Blue Jays Sign Lorenzen, Reds Put Suarez on Waivers

With more pitching injuries piling up, the Blue Jays dipped into the free agent market, adding Michael Lorenzen. Additionally, the Reds didn’t find a new home for Eugenio Suarez & TJ Friedl, neither of whom were claimed off waivers.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Report: Blue Jays sign right-hander Michael Lorenzen

The Toronto Blue Jays have added another arm to their organization. On Thursday, before the series finale against the Kansas City Royals, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi reported that the Blue Jays signed right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Lorenzen was designated for assignment by the Colorado Rockies on August 17 and released by the club two days later.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27

Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year deal.

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 27

Blue Jays To Sign Michael Lorenzen

The Blue Jays appear to have a deal in place with right-hander Michael Lorenzen, who was released by the Rockies earlier in August. Keegan Matheson of MLB.com notes that Lorenzen has a locker set up in the Toronto clubhouse.

Colorado Rockies News / Yardbarker / August 17

Rockies part ways with struggling pitcher Michael Lorenzen

The Colorado Rockies are moving on from veteran starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen, who has been designated for assignment.

Royals move on from Starling Marte

Phillies expected to part ways with Don Mattingly at season's end

Three MLB managers are expected to get fired if they miss the playoffs

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Rockies Designate Michael Lorenzen For Assignment

The Rockies announced that they have recalled right-hander TJ Shook from Triple-A Albuquerque. Fellow righty Michael Lorenzen has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.

Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / June 3

Rockies' Michael Lorenzen returns home, bids to halt slide vs. Angels

Michael Lorenzen is hoping a return to familiar territory on Wednesday evening will pull him out of a winless streak that has stretched to six starts. Lorenzen is scheduled to take the mound for the Colorado Rockies in the finale of a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 18

Rockies Notes: Michael Lorenzen's Troubles Overshadow Colorado's Late Rally

The Colorado Rockies are falling into an eerily similar pattern: They just can’t seem to win a series. After falling 8-6 to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the finale of this past weekend’s three-game set, the Rockies have officially dropped six series in a row dating back to April 30.