MLB Rumors: Reason Why Jordan Montgomery Did Not Sign With Red Sox Revealed

April 02, 2024 , ,

Jordan Montgomery's decision to bypass signing with the Boston Red Sox emerged from a confluence of factors revolving around his paramount ambition: winning.

Despite initial speculation and his wife's ties to the Boston medical community, Montgomery's ultimate determination to align himself with a team poised for success on the field redirected his course.

Reports suggest that while the Red Sox held interest, Montgomery's preference for a contender led him to seek opportunities elsewhere, emphasizing his commitment to competing at the highest level of Major League Baseball after he won the World Series last year with the Texas Rangers.

The Red Sox, undergoing a bit of a rebuilding phase, traded established players and transitioned towards nurturing young talent, signaling a longer-term approach to competitiveness.

This shift in focus may not have aligned with Montgomery's immediate aspirations for postseason contention, prompting him to explore alternatives.

Conversely, the Arizona Diamondbacks, buoyed by recent acquisitions and a surprising 2023 postseason run, where they lost in the World Series to Montgomery and the Rangers, emerged as an enticing destination for Montgomery, offering a path to championship contention more in line with his competitive ambitions.

According to Jon Heyman, "Montgomery didn't love the Red Sox because he wants to win." In addition, Heyman said that Montgomery "wasn’t as enamored of the idea of playing for the Red Sox as the narrative went."

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