Michael Lorenzen

The Rockies released RHP Michael Lorenzen.

Fantasy Impact

Lorenzen passed through waivers after he was designated for assignment. He will seek another opportunity.

The Rockies designated Michael Lorenzen for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Lorenzen loses his spot on the 40-man roster for Colorado. He will likely clear waivers.

Michael Lorenzen allowed six earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out one over 3 2/3 innings in Saturday's loss to the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Lorenzen continues an underwhelming stretch on the mound, allowing three runs or more in each of his last four contests. The right-hander remains another disappointing arm in the Rockies rotation to this point, posting a 7.08 ERA and 1.88 WHIP with a 3-11 record and .933 OPS allowed across 26 appearances.

Michael Lorenzen allowed four runs (two earned) on eight hits and three walks while striking out one over 4 1/3 innings in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Lorenzen continues a dismal stretch on the mound, allowing three runs or more in six of his last seven contests. The right-hander offers manager Warren Schaeffer another disappointing arm in the Rockies rotation to this point, posting a 6.83 ERA and 1.88 WHIP with a 3-10 record and .933 OPS allowed through 25 appearances.

Michael Lorenzen allowed seven earned runs on seven hits and three walks over three innings in Monday’s loss to the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

Lorenzen has offered mixed results on the mound of late, allowing three earned runs or more in four of his last eight contests. The right-hander continues to fall victim to pitching in an unfavorable home ballpark, posting a 6.94 ERA and 1.85 WHIP with a 3-10 record and .925 OPS allowed across 24 starts.