Frequently Asked Questions
When did Braden Montgomery break his ankle and how did it affect his draft stock?
Montgomery broke his ankle during the NCAA Super Regionals two years ago, which caused him to miss the rest of the 2024 season. Despite the injury delaying his professional debut, the Red Sox still selected him in the first round of the MLB Draft.
How did the White Sox acquire Braden Montgomery?
The White Sox acquired Montgomery as part of the Garrett Crochet trade with the Boston Red Sox. He was the fourth and final player from that trade package to reach the major leagues.
What are Braden Montgomery's stats in the minor leagues this season?
In 56 games between Double-A Birmingham and Triple-A Charlotte this season, Montgomery is hitting .314 with 10 homers and 41 RBIs. The main concern is his 23% strikeout rate and below-average contact rates on in-zone pitches.
What teams will Braden Montgomery face in his first MLB games?
Montgomery's first six games with the White Sox will come against the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers during a homestand. He's expected to face former All-Stars Chris Sale and Martín Pérez from the Braves, plus Yoshinobu Yamamoto from the Dodgers.
What makes Braden Montgomery special as a prospect besides his hitting?
Montgomery is a switch-hitter with a cannon for an arm and strong defensive skills in the outfield. He's also built a reputation as a team-first player and is ranked as the No. 21 prospect in baseball by MLB Pipeline.
Mitchell Kaminski
I’m a Bradley University Sports Communication graduate with five years covering the Chicago White Sox and experience broadcasting for ESPN-partnered Bradley Athletics. I’ve worked as a radio play-by-play announcer in Missouri and currently serve as a TV reporter for ABC 17 News in Columbia.
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