Yankees and Rangers Vie for Jordan Montgomery Amid Free Agency Talks

As Opening Day approaches, both the New York Yankees and Texas Rangers are in negotiations with free agent pitcher Jordan Montgomery, signaling a potential bidding war.

Jordan Montgomery remains a free agent, with both the Yankees and Rangers expressing strong interest in signing the pitcher before Opening Day.
The Yankees, facing a pitching shortage due to Gerrit Cole's injury, view Montgomery as a critical addition to bolster their rotation.
Texas Rangers' manager Bruce Bochy has shown keen interest in reuniting with Montgomery, emphasizing his pivotal role in the team's previous World Series victory.
Negotiations are ongoing, with Montgomery's camp previously seeking a contract comparable to Aaron Nola's seven-year, $172 million deal.
The market dynamics and late-stage negotiations suggest a possible short-term, high-value contract for Montgomery, similar to recent deals in MLB free agency.