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White Sox Promote Top Prospect Montgomery
9 Jun
Summary
- Braden Montgomery, Chicago's top prospect, has been promoted.
- Montgomery was the 12th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft.
- The White Sox are 34-31 and 1.5 games out of first place.
The Chicago White Sox have promoted their top prospect, Braden Montgomery, adding another promising young player to their lineup. Montgomery, ranked No. 30 overall in baseball by The Athletic, was selected 12th overall in the 2024 MLB Draft. His promotion was part of several roster moves made Tuesday morning.
Montgomery, 23, is a switch-hitting outfielder with significant power potential. Despite a college career that included an ankle injury, he has rapidly progressed through the minor leagues. He posted impressive stats in Double-A and Triple-A, showcasing his hitting ability and understanding of the strike zone.
The White Sox are currently in contention, holding a 34-31 record and sitting 1.5 games behind the first-place Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central. Their recent success has been bolstered by a wave of young talent contributing to their strong offensive performance, ranking second in the AL for home runs and team OPS.
