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Two of the bigger free agents this past offseason were Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery, and both of them signed very late in spring training with the San Francisco Giants and Arizona Diamondbacks, limiting the time they had to get ready for the season, and both of them are citing that as why they have […]

On Friday night at Oracle Park, nestled along the shores of the San Francisco Bay, the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Francisco Giants will play the second of a four-game series in mid-April. On the surface, it’s two teams off to mediocre starts battling for third place in their division. But anyone who followed Major League […]

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Jordan Montgomery is one of the first players in recent memory to miss games because of his agent. Months after helping the Texas Rangers defeat Arizona in the World Series, Montgomery was stuck in free-agency limbo until he finally landed a one-year deal with the NL champions on March 26th. As a […]

Weeks after a months-long free agency campaign came to an end for Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Jordan Montgomery, the World Series champion is hiring new agents. Montgomery is ditching super agent Scott Boras to go with Joel Wolfe & Nick Chanock of the Wasserman group, per Kiley McDaniel. Montgomery was a shining star for the Texas […]

The trade deadline acquisition of Jordan Montgomery played a massive role in the Texas Rangers winning their first World Series in 2024. But as the Rangers looked to run it back in 2024, bringing back Montgomery seemed to be out of the cards. Owner Ray Davis cited potential competitive-balance tax penalties and the team’s current […]

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner reportedly badly wanted to bring back free agent starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery before he signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday, and general manager Brian Cashman was in contact with agent Scott Boras over the last few days, but there was never any traction due to the luxury tax […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a one-year, $25 million contract with pitcher Jordan Montgomery. The left-hander was 10-11 with a 3.20 ERA between the Cardinals and Rangers in 2023. However, it was Montgomery’s emergence in the postseason that earned him this payday. He went 3-0 in the playoffs with a 2.90 ERA as the […]

Jordan Montgomery has signed a one-year, $25 million deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. His contract includes a vesting option worth $25 million for the second year, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Netwrok. “Left-handed starter Jordan Montgomery and the Arizona Diamondbacks are in agreement on a free agent deal, pending […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks heavily invested in their pitching rotation when they signed Eduardo Rodriguez. However, a sudden spring training injury will delay Rodriguez’s debut with the Diamondbacks. Rodriguez will officially begin the season on the injured list with a strained muscle below his shoulder, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. There is no exact timetable […]

As MLB Opening Day approaches, the Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly looking at adding free-agent pitcher Jordan Montgomery after Taijuan Walker’s recent injury. According to MLB insider Bob Nightengale, the Phillies are having discussions about signing Montgomery, who is represented by polarizing agent Scott Boras. “The Philadelphia Phillies are at least internally discussing the possibility of […]

Jordan Montgomery is the last big name free agent without a team. Blake Snell recently signed a $62 million contract with the San Francisco Giants, and Michael Lorenzen landed a deal with the Texas Rangers. Montgomery, however, is still unsigned but the New York Yankees could be an option for the left-hander. Montgomery, 31, played […]

The Texas Rangers are coming off of a World Series win to cap an exciting season under manager Bruce Bochy. But, just days before Opening Day, Rangers postseason pitching star Jordan Montgomery hasn’t re-signed with the club, or any club for that matter. When asked about Montgomery and whether the Rangers would like to have […]

Blake Snell and the San Francisco Giants agreed to a two-year, $62 million contract on Monday night. The deal followed a long free agency for the reigning National League Cy Young winner. Now all eyes will turn to Jordan Montgomery who remains unsigned. The Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels were listed as potential […]

Several intriguing names remain in free agency with Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery leading the way. However, one well-known baseball reporter claims that Snell and Montgomery not being on a team yet is “alarming.” There is some concern that both Snell and Montgomery could still be in free agency on Opening Day. If that’s the […]

It’s not too often that one quality starting pitcher remains unsigned with only a few weeks to go before Opening Day. Now, it might be as rare as a blue moon to see two top-tier starters remain in the free agent market this deep into Spring Training. At the moment, Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery […]

The Boston Red Sox are struggling to deal with the aftermath of Lucas Giolito’s potential season ending ulterior cruciate ligament (UCL) tear and flexor strain, which could mean Tommy John surgery for the talented right-handed pitcher. Giolito fanned over 200 hitters last season and appeared in line for an exciting 2024 season as a starter. […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have apparently decided not to enter the chase for Blake Snell or Jordan Montgomery. Agent Scott Boras stated on Monday that four new teams had checked in regarding those pitchers since the opening of spring camps. It doesn’t seem the Cardinals are among that group. Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports […]

Four new teams have reportedly entered the Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery MLB free agency sweepstakes, according to agent Scott Boras. MLB insider Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that Boras said four new teams have reached out to him about Snell and Montgomery since the beginning of spring training. This update follows a recent […]

Postseason hero Jordan Montgomery is one of the few free agents left on the open market as spring training continues, but it does appear he’ll sign soon. Executives around the big leagues believe that the lefty will ink a deal with the Boston Red Sox over the Texas Rangers, who he helped win the Fall […]

Will the Boston Red Sox sign Jordan Montgomery in MLB free agency? Rumors swirled throughout the offseason about Boston’s Montgomery pursuit, yet nothing has come to fruition and spring training has already begun. MLB insider Peter Gammons provided an intriguing update on Boston’s Montgomery pursuit Monday. “One NL executive yesterday said ‘we hear the Red Sox […]

The Boston Red Sox’s quiet offseason has led to frustration from the fans. Even superstar Rafael Devers made some eye-opening comments about the team’s current standing. The Sox are rumored to be “prioritizing” starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery in MLB free agency, but there is a catch. “Feeling per sources is Red Sox prioritizing Jordan Montgomery […]

If the Boston Red Sox wanted to make some waves before Opening Day, left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery is still available in free agency. The Red Sox hold an upper edge over the competition when it comes to signing Montgomery. McKenzie Dirr-Montgomery, the lefty’s wife, is studying to become a doctor in Boston. That connection has […]

It’s difficult to critique the Philadelphia Phillies. They feature a loaded offense, a good enough bullpen, and a high-ceiling for the starting rotation. On paper, the Phillies should be one of the best teams in the National League in 2024. But is there a fatal flaw for this team? Something that must be addressed before […]

Spring training games are getting underway this weekend, and four of the biggest free agents this offseason in Blake Snell, Cody Bellinger, Jordan Montgomery and Matt Chapman still do not have teams. All of those players are Scott Boras clients, an agent who is notorious for being patient in negotiations. Boras spoke on the four […]

As spring training gets underway for the New York Yankees, several premier free agents are still waiting to sign their next contracts. Two players still available on the free agent market are starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery and left-handed hitting outfielder Cody Bellinger. The Yankees should look into acquiring Montgomery, but they should pass on Bellinger. […]

What an unfortunate turn of events. After a breakout campaign in 2023, the Baltimore Orioles looked like they’re well on their way to becoming a powerhouse in 2024. One of their biggest weakness last season was their starting pitching. They were hoping to improve that in the upcoming season. Unfortunately, that area took a major […]

With spring training inching closer, Jordan Montgomery still hasn’t found his home in free agency. However, there are still plenty of suitors looking to add Montgomery to their roster. The Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants have been named as potential landing spots for Montgomery, via David Schoenfield of ESPN. Both teams have a clear […]

The Texas Rangers are looking to defend the first World Series title in franchise history. However, that doesn’t mean the Rangers plan on spending much more in free agency. Texas suggested that, ‘they may be done,’ in free agency, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Their decision comes with Jordan Montgomery still unsigned. […]

The Boston Red Sox haven’t enjoyed much success in recent years, and this free agency period has fans shaking their heads. The American League East is arguably the most competitive division in baseball, with the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees both getting better this winter. The Red Sox? Well, they’ve barely done anything. The […]

The Philadelphia Phillies could be a “sleeper” suitor for two MLB free agents, according to the latest report by Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY. Nightengale reported Sunday a belief among some teams that the Phillies could be looking to sign either pitcher Jordan Montgomery or outfielder Cody Bellinger. “Several executives think the Philadelphia Phillies could […]

The Texas Rangers may still have another big MLB free agency move up their sleeve. MLB insider Kiley McDaniel believes that Texas will re-sign star pitcher Jordan Montgomery. “He seems like a lock to be good for the next couple years,” McDaniel said on Foul Territory. “Where he can start playoff games for you as […]

Free agent starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery has no shortage of suitors for his services. But while he’s been linked to plenty of clubs, the biggest name looming might be the team he finished 2023 with: the Texas Rangers. And the club is open to a reunion, remaining in contact with the lefty in the hopes […]

While the Texas Rangers are coming off their first World Series title in franchise history, the team has been relatively quiet throughout the offseason. The Rangers have been connected to star players such as Jordan Montgomery, but a deal for him or any upper echelon talent hasn’t come to fruition. That is because of Texas’ […]

The Baltimore Orioles are looking to prove that their AL East championship was no fluke and that they’re here to stay. But as the Orioles scorch their path, it appears that it’ll be walked without a top flight free agent pitcher. Baltimore has shown interest in middle-tier pitchers from, “Marcus Stroman on down.” However, the […]

Major League Baseball free agency continues on, and while pitchers Blake Snell and Jordan Montgomery are both still unsigned, MLB rumors have one of these aces garnering more interest than the other. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic believes that Montgomery has more suitors than Snell at this point in the offseason: .@Ken_Rosenthal guesses that Jordan […]

The New York Yankees made one of the biggest moves of the offseason — of any, really — by trading for Juan Soto. But there could be another splash coming soon in the pitching department. There are numerous big names available with free agents Blake Snell and former Yankee Jordan Montgomery and trade candidate Dylan […]

The Texas Rangers have a difficult task ahead of them in 2024 as they try to defend their World Series crown. Rich teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers are only getting richer, and their status as reigning champion would mean that everyone will be gunning for their heads. Thus, it’s imperative that they remain […]

New year, new rumors to keep the MLB hot stove at least warm while the baseball world awaits some of free agency’s bigger names to find their homes for the 2024 season. The latest involves the Philadelphia Phillies and Jordan Montgomery. Namely, that the Phils are still a possibility to land Montgomery, according to the […]

One of the biggest players remaining in MLB free agency is starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery, and insider Mark Feinsand predicted the New York Yankees to reunite with the starting pitcher after trading him ahead of the 2022 deadline, but he did say there was a lot of uncertainty regarding any favorites to land him, along […]