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Lorenzen's Rockies Woes: Roster Spot in Jeopardy
5 Jun
Summary
- Lorenzen's recent starts show a pattern of giving up three or more runs.
- Sean Sullivan, 23, is a potential replacement for Lorenzen in the rotation.
- Lorenzen's ERA stands at 8.01 with a 1.99 WHIP, significantly worse than Sullivan's.
The Colorado Rockies lost to the Los Angeles Angels 11-4 on Wednesday, largely due to a poor performance from starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen. Lorenzen surrendered eight runs in just 3.1 innings, continuing a troubling trend of subpar outings.
Before this game, Lorenzen had a streak of three consecutive starts allowing at least three runs and five hits. His last decent outing was on May 12 against the Pittsburgh Pirates. If his performance does not improve, Lorenzen risks losing his roster spot.
The Rockies had hoped Lorenzen, a veteran with playoff experience, would stabilize their rotation. However, his season has been a major disappointment, prompting consideration for younger talent like Sean Sullivan.
Sullivan, a 23-year-old, has a 5.62 ERA and 1.59 WHIP in 49.2 innings for Triple-A Albuquerque. While not spectacular, his numbers appear favorable when compared to Lorenzen's 2-8 record, 8.01 ERA, and 1.99 WHIP. The Rockies may soon opt for Sullivan's potential over Lorenzen's struggles.
