Just-in: Jordan Montgomery’s wife is allegedly expected to play a significant influence in signing…..
While the Boston Red Sox are not the favorites to sign pitcher Jordan Montgomery, they have a strong chance to land him due to an unexpected reason related to his doctor-to-be wife.
Despite being linked to several notable free agents this winter, the Red Sox have been fairly quiet this offseason. It’s a disappointing fact for a fanbase that has seen their team finish dead last in a very tough American League East with a 78-84 record the last two seasons.
Making matters worse is during a recent fan event, Boston CEO Sam Kennedy admitted that there is a very real chance they could have a reduced payroll in 2024 and may not add some big contracts to improve the roster. However, a new report on Wednesday gave some hope that the organization could make a notable and needed addition to the starting rotation soon.
Jordan Montgomery’s wife could lead him to the Boston Red Sox?
“Another team that I think is a good possibility for Montgomery, if it doesn’t work out in Texas, would be Boston. His wife is, I believe, is in medical school or in residency — I think connected to Harvard,” Heymand said. “… I believe that is accurate and I hear that the Red Sox certainly do like Montgomery very much.”
Harvard Medical School is located in Boston and is a very short drive away from Fenway Park. Family always plays a big role in a free agent athlete’s decision, so the ability to stay together in Boston could play a major part in the 31-year-old’s decision.
Montgomery had another strong season in 2023 and played a key role in the Texas Rangers’ run to winning the World Series. He played five and a half seasons in New York so he is not unfamiliar with the pressures of playing in a major sports market.
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