Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)