The New York Yankees have re-engaged in discussions with free-agent starter Jordan Montgomery, according to multiple reports. The move comes after the team lost pitcher Gerrit Cole to an injury, highlighting the Yankees' need for pitching depth. Scott Boras*, Montgomery's agent, has been in contact with the Yankees, as confirmed by sources including Jon Heyman. This development has sparked interest among fans and commentators, with some drawing comparisons between Montgomery and other pitchers, though the validity of such comparisons remains a topic of debate.
Jordan Montgomery rumors: Yankees restart talks with free-agent starter after losing Gerrit Cole to injury https://t.co/sdowxntkAa
This would be kind of fun to see Montgomery back with the Yankees. He's good and they could use him. I don't buy the Nola comps at all, so I don't know how that's going to go. https://t.co/fH7jwZGxMc
Yankees 'back in contact' with Jordan Montgomery https://t.co/Fmpe3klogR
Yankees, Jordan Montgomery Have Reopened Discussions https://t.co/MFSvX2jfGo https://t.co/E9ggbP6jTR
Report: Yankees back in contact with Montgomery https://t.co/kul5byFtgG
Scott Boras* has engaged the Yankees* regarding Jordan Montgomery per Scott Boras* https://t.co/PjjlmiMHeH
The Yankees have engaged Scott Boras regarding Jordan Montgomery per Jon Heyman.