KEIDER MONTERO NEWS

May serve in swing role With the Tigers bolstering their rotation in the offseason, Montero could work as both a starter and a reliever in 2025, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.

Impact Detroit added Alex Cobb and Jack Flaherty during the offseason, and the team already has ace Tarik Skubal and Reese Olson locked into starting roles. That leaves the likes of Montero, top prospect Jackson Jobe, Casey Mize, Matt Manning, Kenta Maeda and Brant Hurter all vying for the No. 5 spot. Manager A.J. Hinch could mix and match in that role, which leaves Montero's outlook a bit in flux. The righty primarily served as a starter during his 2024 rookie campaign, making 16 starts among his 19 appearances overall. He posted a 4.76 ERA across 98.1 total innings. Montero's 2025 fantasy value would take a hit if he pitches in long relief, though more clarity should emerge during spring training.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting ALDS Game 3 Montero will start Wednesday in Game 3 of the ALDS versus the Guardians.

Impact Montero tossed two shutout innings in relief in Game 1 and will now be handed a start on three days' rest. The right-hander was used primarily as a starter by the Tigers this season, but while he's capable of providing length, manager A.J. Hinch no doubt will have a short leash with Montero.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on roster for ALDS Montero is part of the Tigers' roster for the American League Division Series versus Cleveland.

Impact Montero wasn't included on Detroit's roster for the AL Wild Card Series against the Astros, but he's active for the ALDS and could potentially start in Game 3 or serve in bulk relief. The right-hander was inconsistent during the regular season and finished with a 4.76 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 77:31 K:BB over 98.1 innings across 19 contests, 16 of which were starts. Casey Mize, who was on Detroit's wild-card roster, is inactive for the ALDS in order to make room for Montero.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left off wild-card roster Montero is not on the Tigers' roster for the American League Wild Card Series against the Astros, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.

Impact The Tigers' starting pitching plans beyond Tarik Skubal in Game 1 are cloudy, but Montero didn't make the cut despite a 3.79 ERA over 10 starts and two relief appearances from August on. He could potentially be added to the ALDS roster, if the Tigers advance.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uneven start Wednesday Montero allowed one run on four hits and two walks across 2.2 innings and did not factor into the decision Wednesday against the Rays. He struck out two.

Impact Montero started the game and managed to limit the damage, but he allowed too many baserunners and got lifted after only tossing 55 pitches. The Tigers then turned to Sean Guenther, who was much more effective, as he posted two perfect innings with three strikeouts to earn the win. Montero has had some nice moments during his rookie season, though the Tigers didn't take any chances extending the youngster Wednesday as they claw toward a playoff spot. The righty is not slated to start again during the regular season but could be used in relief over the weekend if a need arises. If this is it for Montero in 2024, he'll finish the year with a 4.81 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 75 strikeouts across 95.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles as bulk pitcher Friday Montero allowed five runs on seven hits and a walk across 4.2 innings of work in Friday's 7-1 loss to the Orioles. He struck out seven.

Impact Montero followed opener Tyler Holton, who allowed two runs of his own, so the former wasn't charged with the loss. However, Montero still struggled as he gave up four home runs and saw his ERA climb from 4.60 to 4.86. The silver lining was the seven strikeouts, which were one away from matching a season high. Montero was previously penciled in to start Sunday's contest against Baltimore, but the team will likely go in a different direction after the righty tossed 82 pitches on Friday. Montero would then likely start or serve as a bulk pitcher sometime next week.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Coughs up five runs Montero allowed five runs on seven hits and a walk over 4.2 innings during a no-decision Friday. He struck out seven during the loss to Baltimore.

Impact The only reason Montero didn't take the loss is because Tyler Holton opened the game and coughed up two runs in the first inning. Montero gave up a combined four home runs against Colton Cowser and James McCann during his outing. Montero had delivered 14 scoreless frames over his previous two outings before Friday's hiccup. The right-handed rookie owns a 4.86 ERA with a 73:28 K:BB through 92.2 innings. Montero is lined up to end his 2024 season with a home start against the White Sox.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keider Montero on being named Player of the Week | 09/17/2024 Tigers' pitcher Kieder Montero joins MLB Tonight to discuss his recent Player of the Week honors

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • MLB.COM

Tigers News: Keider Montero's Stellar Performance Powers Detroit's Playoff Push Tigers’ thrilling win over Royals boosts postseason hopes; Keider Montero shines as AL Player of the Week.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Keider Montero is named AL Player of the Week | 09/16/2024 Tigers pitcher Keider Montero is named AL Player of the Week after throwing a shutout against the Rockies with just 96 pitches

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • MLB.COM

Second-consecutive scoreless start Montero (6-6) earned the win Sunday, allowing five hits and one walk over five scoreless innings against the Orioles. He struck out one.

Impact Montero did not allow a run for the second game in a row, with the biggest threat coming when he worked around a one-out second and third situation in the third inning. The 24-year-old rookie was pulled following just 63 pitches through five innings after coming off a complete-game shutout of the Rockies in his last start. Montero's ERA has dropped nearly a full run thanks to his most recent performances, moving from 5.47 to 4.60 with a 1.27 WHIP and 66 strikeouts through 88 innings. He's next slated to get another shot at the Orioles, this time in Baltimore.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keider Montero, Tigers look to top Orioles in series finale Keider Montero threw a complete-game shutout in his most recent start.The Detroit Tigers’ rookie right-hander will look to deliver another s...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Keider Montero logs shutout as Tigers clobber Rockies Rookie right-hander Keider Montero recorded a shutout, Parker Meadows homered and drove in three runs and the host Detroit Tigers rolled to...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

Keider Montero logs shutout as Tigers clobber Rockies Rookie right-hander Keider Montero recorded a shutout, Parker Meadows homered and drove in three runs and the host Detroit Tigers rolled to...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Montero dominates Rox with a 'Maddux' in first shutout DETROIT -- Keider Montero became the first Tiger to throw a shutout since Spencer Turnbull’s no-hitter in 2021, supported by three runs and...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • MLB.COM

Records complete-game shutout Montero (5-6) earned the win Tuesday over the Rockies, allowing three hits and no walks in a complete-game shutout. He struck out five.

Impact It was a stellar performance from the 24-year-old Montero, who needed just 96 pitches to record all 27 outs. He allowed just three hits, all singles, while inducing three double-play balls. Montero's performance is especially impressive considering his struggles of late -- the right-hander had posted a 5.81 ERA in his previous 10 starts. Overall, Montero sports a 4.88 ERA with a 1.28 WHIP and 65:26 K:BB across 83 innings in his rookie campaign. He'll look to build on Tuesday's outing in his next start, tentatively scheduled for this weekend at home versus the Orioles.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Keider Montero throws Tigers' first shutout in 3 seasons in 11-0 rout of Rockies

Rookie Keider Montero pitched Detroit’s first individual shutout in three seasons and the Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 11-0

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can't get through five frames Montero did not factor into the decision in an extra-inning loss to the Padres on Wednesday, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out two.

Impact Montero held the Padres scoreless through the first three innings before failing to retire three of the first four batters in the fourth -- the latter of which would take the right-hander deep for a three-run shot. Montero then went on to surrender another two runs in the fifth as San Diego tied the game at 5-5, and he would not make it through the frame, marking his shortest outing since June 26 against Philadelphia (span of 11 starts). The five runs allowed on the night matched a season high for the 24-year-old and he's now given up multiple runs in each of his last three starts. Montero has also issued multiple free passes in five-consecutive outings.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up three runs in loss Montero (4-6) took the loss Thursday against the Angels, giving up three runs on five hits and three walks over five innings. He struck out five.

Impact Montero entered Thursday's game with a 3-0 record and 3.00 ERA over his last four starts, but he was bested by the Angels. Montero still managed to get through five innings, and he has now gone 11 straight starts pitching five or more innings. The right-hander has a 5.17 ERA over 69.2 innings in his rookie campaign.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yields two runs Montero allowed two runs on six hits and two walks over five innings in a no-decision Friday. He struck out four during the win over the White Sox.

Impact Montero entered Friday's game on a three-start winning streak but was unable to extend that despite a solid outing. The 24-year-old righty gave up at least four runs in six of his first eight outings but has yielded two or fewer runs in three of his last four appearances. He lowered his ERA to 5.15 with a 53:21 K:BB through 64.2 innings. Montero's next outing is projected to be at home against the Angels.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins third straight Montero (4-5) earned the win against the Yankees on Saturday, allowing two hits and two walks while striking out five over five scoreless innings.

Impact Montero retired the final nine batters he faced to earn his third consecutive win. The rookie has yielded four earned runs or more in six of his past 10 outings, but he has thrown five innings or more in all but one of those appearances. On the season, he owns a 5.28 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 49:19 K:BB across 59.2 innings and lines up for a road matchup with the White Sox next week.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns another win Sunday Montero (3-5) allowed four runs on five hits across five innings of work to earn the win Sunday against the Giants. He walked four and struck out two.

Impact While Montero managed to earn his second straight win, he was much less effective Sunday compared to his last outing on Tuesday, when he allowed just one run over six innings. Overall, the rookie now has a 5.76 ERA and 1.35 WHIP in 54.2 innings, making him a risky fantasy proposition moving forward. He at least has been a little bit better lately, turning in a 4.50 ERA across his last three appearances. Montero will aim for his third straight win when he takes the mound again next weekend against the Yankees, which projects to be a tricky matchup for the young righty.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in second win Montero (2-5) got the win over the Mariners on Tuesday, allowing one run on four hits and a walk while striking out eight over six innings.

Impact Montero had his best outing of the season in a dominant effort Tuesday night. It was just the second time he's allowed one or fewer runs in a start and his eight strikeouts set a new career high, as it was just his second time this season striking out more than five batters. He faced the minimum through three, with his lone mistake coming off a solo home run to Luke Raley in the fifth. He ran into some trouble in the sixth but was able to get out of a jam in the with two men on and nobody out. The 23-year-old now owns a 5.62 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 42:13 K:BB in 49.2 innings and will look to keep rolling in a start against the Giants over the weekend.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tigers' Keider Montero fires six strong innings to beat M's Rookie Keider Montero pitched six solid innings as the Detroit Tigers defeated the host Seattle Mariners 4-2 on Tuesday.Parker Meadows homer...

AUGUST 7, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Meadows drives in two runs, Montero shuts down Mariners in Tigers' 4-2 win

Parker Meadows homered and drove in two runs, Keider Montero pitched six strong innings and the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 4-2 on Tuesday night

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS