Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen heads to 15-day injured list with strained left hamstring

Kansas City Royals' Michael Lorenzen pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, in Cleveland.

Kansas City Royals' Michael Lorenzen pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)


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CLEVELAND — Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen was placed on the 15-day injured list, one day after straining his left hamstring while covering first base against the Cleveland Guardians. Lorenzen, who was acquired in a July 29 trade with Texas, returned to Kansas City following the 6-1 victory at Progressive Field. The right-hander was scheduled to undergo an MRI, but the team has not disclosed the results. The 32-year-old Lorenzen exited the game after throwing 1 2/3 scoreless innings. Steven Cruz, a 6-foot-7 reliever, was recalled from Triple-A Omaha in a corresponding move.

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