Phillies Reportedly Showing Interest In Signing Ex-Cardinals Pitcher
One former member of the St. Louis Cardinals could end up landing in the National League East before the 2024 season kicks off.
Former Cardinals pitcher Jordan Montgomery surprisingly still is looking for his next home. He was traded by St. Louis to the Texas Rangers ahead of the 2023 trade deadline and certainly was impressive.
He helped lead the Rangers to the World Series but hasn't signed a new deal yet. Montgomery is expected to land a large deal, but teams have balked at the prices of some of the top free agents this offseason.
It's unclear exactly what will happen with Montgomery, but one club that reportedly is interested in him is the Philadelphia Phillies, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki.
"(Rob Thomson) said he is more comfortable with the rotation’s depth behind Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez, Taijuan Walker, and Cristopher Sánchez, following recent acquisitions," Zolecki said. "That includes (Spencer Turnbull), (David Buchanan), Kolby Allard, and Max Castillo, plus returnees Nick Nelson and others.
"The Phillies hope prospects Mick Abel and Griff McGarry take steps forward this season. Sources have said the Phillies have interest in free-agent left-hander Jordan Montgomery, but only on a 1-2 year deal."
Montgomery has logged an ERA under 4.00 ERA in each of the last three seasons while pitching at least 157 innings in each campaign. He's certainly going to help whichever team ends up signing him.
There even has been some speculation lately that Montgomery ultimately could return to St. Louis if his price tag drops.
Spring Training officially is upon us so it wouldn't be surprising to see Montgomery land with a club soon.
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