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Royals Sign Former Tigers Closer Alex Lange

Financial terms were not disclosed, reflecting a flier on a reliever returning from lat surgery.

Overview

  • The Royals announced the addition of right-handed reliever Alex Lange on Nov. 21 with no financial details released.
  • Lange was designated for assignment last week and released by Detroit, and he logged only one MLB appearance in 2025 after undergoing lat surgery.
  • He led the Tigers with 26 saves in 2023 and is known for a power knuckle-curve and mid-90s velocity, though control has been an issue.
  • MLB.com reporting indicates the agreement is a one-year deal, which the team has not specified publicly.
  • Reports conflict on whether Lange has a remaining minor-league option, leaving his immediate roster assignment uncertain.