Excited Rangers Hope to Reunite with Jordan Montgomery

Left-handed pitching sensation, Jordan Montgomery, is poised to be a hot commodity in the upcoming free agency market for starting pitchers. Despite the recent return of right-handed pitcher, Aaron Nola, to the Phillies, Montgomery ranks high on MLBTR’s Top 50 free agents list for 2024, only trailing the likes of recently-posted right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto and reigning NL Cy Young award winner, Blake Snell.

While the Yankees, Cardinals, and Red Sox have all expressed interest in Montgomery, the team he just won the World Series with is also keen on bringing him back into the fold this offseason. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Rangers are hopeful about securing a deal with Montgomery.

Montgomery’s remarkable performance since joining the Texas Rangers in the summer has undoubtedly increased his appeal to potential suitors. With a stellar 2.79 ERA in 11 starts and a remarkable FIP of 3.27, he has proven himself as a valuable asset to any team. His postseason appearances for the Rangers in October further solidified his reputation, showcasing his ability with a 2.90 ERA in 31 innings of work.

Over the past three seasons, Montgomery has consistently demonstrated his quality as a front-end starter, with a 3.48 ERA and 3.62 FIP, making him one of the top pitchers with over 500 innings of work. His strong performance has placed him as a desirable choice for teams in need of starting pitching. The Rangers, with their projected rotation featuring a mix of experience and injury concerns, could greatly benefit from reuniting with Montgomery to bring stability to their frontline rotation.

However, amidst the interest from multiple teams and the Rangers’ focus on bolstering their bullpen, the decision to bring Montgomery back is not without its complexities and uncertainties. With a payroll already at $214MM for the next year, the Rangers face the challenge of balancing their financial commitments, making the addition of Montgomery a decision that requires careful consideration.