Tigers Recall Pitcher for Monday’s Start; Rookie Reliever Optioned to Toledo
- On July 7, the Detroit Tigers brought back right-handed pitcher Keider Montero to their roster for their home game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park.
- Montero’s recall followed pitching staff losses with Jackson Jobe's Tommy John surgery and Sawyer Gipson-Long on the injured list with neck stiffness.
- Montero pitched six innings allowing one run, striking out four, and combined with three relievers on a five-hitter in a 4-1 Tigers win.
- The Tigers improved their record to 58-34 and reached a milestone of being 24 games above.500, a level they have not achieved since 2013, all while securing four consecutive wins and allowing just four runs during that span.
- Montero’s strong outing and pitching depth are important as Tigers manager A.J. Hinch noted the team's bullpen is beat up but awaiting key players to return.
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MLB Roundup: Montero keeps Tigers' pitching dominance going in win over Rays
DETROIT — Keider Montero and three relievers combined on a five-hitter and the Detroit Tigers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 on Monday night. The Tigers (58-34) have won four straight games while only allowing four runs, improving to 24 games over .500 for the first time since 2013. Montero (4-1) allowed one run and four hits and a walk in six innings while striking out four. After losing his first start, Montero is 4-0 with a 3.31 ERA in 11 outing…
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