Keider Montero made his MLB debut pitching for the Tigers, impressively striking out the first big league hitters he faced but also giving up two home runs, including a solo homer to Nick Gonzales. Montero's debut ended after 4.1 innings with 5 hits, 4 earned runs, 1 walk, and 5 strikeouts on 87 pitches. Despite a strong slider, Montero struggled with the rest of his pitches.
Keider Montero made his MLB debut today! Montero showcased his 4-pitch mix today. His slider graded out well and returned a fantastic 45.5 Whiff%. The rest of his arsenal got hit hard, including 2 HR allowed Welcome to the show! https://t.co/c0ipHOfUBD
Keider Montero's MLB debut ends with one out and one on in the 5th 4.1 IP 5 H 4 ER (so far) 2 HR 1 BB 5 K 87 pitches 56 strikes
Keider Montero hung a curveball to Nick Gonzales. Solo homer to left 4-1 Pirates
Welcome to big-league moment for Keider Montero provided by Andrew McCutchen -- pole-axed a high 96-mph heater, three-run homer
Keider Montero has set down the first six big league hitters he has faced. First punch-out was with a slider to Nick Gonzales. He's used all four pitches, four-seam, slider, change and curve.
Keider Montero's 1st MLB K. https://t.co/R5oStql8GT
Welcome to The Show, Keider Montero! https://t.co/4uMjq70hrJ