Overview

• Montgomery earned the July 5 promotion after raising his Triple-A average from .149 to .270 following a mechanical and mental reset with hitting director Ryan Fuller.
• He recorded five hits, including a triple and two walks, in his first major league series at Coors Field and made a game-saving over-the-shoulder catch in a 3-2 win.
• In his July 7 home debut at Guaranteed Rate Field, he reached base twice and showcased his defense with a diving infield stop despite an 8-4 loss to Toronto.
• General manager Chris Getz’s personal support during Montgomery’s midseason struggles highlighted the organization’s focus on mental resilience.
• Chicago retains Montgomery’s contract control through 2031, aligning its low-cost, youth-focused strategy around him as the starting shortstop.