Royals sign reliever Alex Lange to one-year deal
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KANSAS CITY — The Kansas City Royals signed right-hander Alex Lange to a one-year contract Thursday, two days after the Detroit Tigers released him. Lange made one major-league appearance this season after activation from the injured list on Aug. 18, then was optioned to Triple-A Toledo and compiled a 2–1 record with a 4.63 ERA in 24 relief appearances for the Mud Hens. A 2017 first-round pick, Lange spent five seasons with Detroit, recording 29 saves and a 3.70 ERA overall; the Royals also agreed to a one-year deal with right-hander James McArthur. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline of Events
- 2017: Lange drafted in the first round by the Chicago Cubs.
- 2019: Traded to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Nick Castellanos.
- 2021: Made Major League debut with the Tigers.
- 2023: Served as Tigers' closer, recording 26 saves.
- 2024–25: Underwent lat surgery, activated Aug. 18, made one MLB appearance, optioned to Triple-A, released by Tigers, then signed one-year deal with Royals.
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The Kansas City Royals benefited by adding experienced bullpen depth on a one-year, low-risk contract, gaining a former Tigers closer who could contribute if he returns to prior form.
Alex Lange suffered short-term career uncertainty after a lat injury and subsequent release by Detroit, putting his immediate ability to secure a stable MLB role at risk during recovery.
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