All-Star Pitcher Reportedly Looking For Deal In Range That Cardinals Could Afford

Should the Cardinals add some more depth to the rotation?

The St. Louis Cardinals got some bad news Monday.

St. Louis' biggest signing of the offseason certainly was star pitcher Sonny Gray. The three-time All-Star has been impressive so far in Spring Training but suffered a concerning injury Monday and it's unclear if he will end up missing much time.

The Cardinals made three additions to the starting rotation this offseason, but still don't have much depth. If Gray were to miss time, this could end up being an issue.

Hopefully Gray will be able to return to the mound quickly, but another signing could make sense in free agency.

One player who could make a lot of sense is former Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Angels, Detroit Tigers, and Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Michael Lorenzen.

He earned his first All-Star nod last season and reportedly is looking for a two-year deal worth around $20 million, according to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal.

"Free-agent right-handed Michael Lorenzen continues to see a two-year deal, according to sources briefed on his intentions," Rosenthal said. "Lorenzen, 32, earned $9.25 million last season, including $750,000 in incentives. An increase in his average annual value on a two-year deal would put him in the range of a $20 million guarantee."

St. Louis has plenty of wiggle room in the payroll if it wants to make another addition. Lorenzen may not be a massive name, but he could help. He had a 4.18 ERA in 29 total appearances last season and wouldn't cost too much.

The Cardinals are hoping to get back to the postseason in 2024 but one injury could completely derail that. Why not add some more depth?

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