Rangers Activate Jordan Montgomery, Designate Nolan Kingham
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Texas Rangers have reinstated left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery from the 60-day injured list, designating right-hander Nolan Kingham for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot.
- Montgomery, recovering from Tommy John surgery performed in March 2024, has been on a rehab assignment with decent results, but will be moved to the bullpen rather than the starting rotation.
- The Rangers' starting rotation will consist of Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, MacKenzie Gore, Kumar Rocker, and Cody Bradford, with Cal Quantrill also shifting to the bullpen.
- Nolan Kingham, who was recently added to the roster and made one appearance, is expected to be placed on waivers following Montgomery’s activation.
- Jack Leiter is nearing a return from injury, potentially impacting pitcher roles and limiting opportunities for Montgomery and Quantrill in the rotation.
