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Montgomery's Spring Fire: Prospect's Confidence Soars
27 Feb
Summary
- Montgomery feels more prepared at the plate and defensively this spring.
- Newcomb seeks consistent starting routine, desires big innings.
- Acuña required stitches after a head-first slide; Pereira nursing oblique soreness.

Colson Montgomery enters spring training with newfound confidence, feeling better prepared at the plate and defensively. Having experienced the pressure of trying to make the team, Montgomery now feels more at ease, understanding his role and what's needed to contribute effectively. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a competitive mindset, acknowledging the drive to win while also feeling more relaxed this year.
Veteran left-hander Sean Newcomb is embracing a potential starting role, expressing his desire for consistent innings and routine. Newcomb aims to provide big chunks of innings, finding the starting pitcher's schedule more conducive to preparation than bullpen work. He demonstrated his competitive spirit during a Cactus League game, encouraging his catcher.
In injury news, Luisangel Acuña sustained a cut above his left eyebrow requiring four stitches after a head-first slide, though he feels ready to play. Everson Pereira is experiencing soreness in his right oblique after a swing and is undergoing further team examination. Both players are progressing through their respective recovery phases.




