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Braden Montgomery’s MLB debut included a walk-off two-run homer that justified his call-up and showed he can contribute daily, potentially easing Will Venable’s heavy-use approach and highlighting the White Sox’s balance between developing young players and winning as Montgomery serves as a reliable outfield option.
Braden Montgomery, called up to the majors for his debut, belted a two-run walk-off homer in the 10th inning to lift the Chicago White Sox over the Atlanta Braves 6-5, making him one of a rare group to homer in his MLB debut; the win keeps Chicago within a half-game of the Guardians as the team continues a wave of call-ups and roster shuffles.
Braden Montgomery capped his MLB debut with a walk-off homer in the 10th inning to lift the Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 win over the Atlanta Braves, becoming the fifth player to homer in his MLB debut.
The White Sox will promote top outfield prospect Braden Montgomery to the majors, adding him to both the 40-man and 26-man rosters. Lefty reliever Joe Rock is also joining the majors, while Rikuu Nishida and David Sandlin are optioned to Charlotte and Austin Hays is moved to the 60-day injured list to clear space. Montgomery has slashed .315/.417/.495 with four homers in 29 Triple-A games and has recently posted a 10-game hot stretch (.474/.580/.711), underscoring the club’s view of him as a long-term corner-outfield piece as it balances offense with pitching needs.
The Chicago White Sox selected Braden Montgomery’s contract and promoted the top outfield prospect to the majors, moving to open roster space as Montgomery, a 23-year-old switch-hitter with elite speed and a powerful arm, is projected to compete for regular time in center or right. He posted a .314/.422/.548 line with 10 homers across Double-A/Triple-A this season, following a standout minor-league run since being acquired with Kyle Teel in the Crochet trade. His arrival comes amid a flurry of roster moves (Hays to the IL, Joe Rock recalled, Nishida/Sandlin optioned) as Chicago continues to build its young core. Montgomery is under team control for six years and faces standard arbitration timelines if he stays in the majors.
The Boston Red Sox, under new chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, selected outfielder Braden Montgomery from Texas A&M with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. They focused on pitching in the subsequent rounds, picking TCU's Payton Tolle and Florida's Brandon Neely. The draft continues with live updates on the team's selections.
The Boston Red Sox selected Texas A&M outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th pick in the 2024 MLB draft, despite him being ranked as the No. 8 overall prospect. Many experts believe his drop was due to an ankle fracture, making him a potential steal for Boston. Red Sox scouts were thrilled with the selection, seeing Montgomery as a highly athletic, switch-hitting outfielder who fits well with their development philosophy.
The Boston Red Sox selected power-hitting outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, a move considered a major steal as Montgomery was projected to go much higher. Analysts praise his potential, noting his strong arm and power, though he needs to improve his contact hitting. This continues a trend of successful draft picks for the Red Sox in recent years.
The Boston Red Sox may have struck gold in the MLB Draft for the second consecutive year by selecting Texas A&M outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th overall pick, despite his recent ankle injury. Montgomery, a power-hitting outfielder with a strong arm, was projected to go in the Top 10 but slipped to the Red Sox. Additionally, the Red Sox picked Texas Christian pitcher Payton Tolle, the 2024 Big 12 Conference Pitcher and Newcomer of the Year, with their second-round pick. Both selections offer significant promise for the franchise's future.
The Boston Red Sox selected outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. Montgomery, a highly regarded switch-hitter from Texas A&M, expressed his excitement on Instagram and aims to make the most of his opportunity in Boston. The Red Sox also picked left-handed pitcher Payton Tolle with the No. 50 overall selection.
The Boston Red Sox selected power-hitting outfielder Braden Montgomery from Texas A&M with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, a move experts are calling "the steal of the draft." Despite a recent broken ankle, Montgomery was highly rated, with some analysts placing him in the top five. His selection has been met with high praise, with experts highlighting his power, arm strength, and potential to quickly rise through the minor leagues.
The Boston Red Sox selected switch-hitting outfielder Braden Montgomery with the 12th pick in the 2024 MLB amateur draft. Montgomery, who played at Stanford and Texas A&M, is known for his power, high walk rate, and solid defense. Despite an ankle fracture that may have caused him to slide out of the top 10, Montgomery is optimistic about his future with the Red Sox. The team also picked lefthander Payton Tolle from TCU in the second round.
The Boston Red Sox selected Braden Montgomery, an outfielder from Texas A&M University, with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB First-Year Player Draft. Montgomery, a highly-rated prospect, excelled at the plate during his junior season despite a late injury. He is the highest-selected position player in Texas A&M history and plans to continue switch-hitting as he progresses in his professional career.