As a long-time Keider Montero enthusiast, I might have a little bias here, but there’s a pretty good argument that the Detroit Tigers are better off with him in their starting rotation. The 26-year-old Venezuelan has been with the Tigers…
Writer Brandon Day argues that the Detroit Tigers should keep right-hander Keider Montero in their starting rotation rather than shifting him to the bullpen. Day highlights Montero's durable track record and consistent strike-throwing, noting that he posted a 3.48 ERA and 2.5 fWAR across 159 innings in 2026.
While Montero's strikeout rate increased in relief, Day contends his efficiency and career 3.81 ERA across 53 major league starts make him better suited for the rotation. Day suggests moving less durable young arms like Troy Melton or River Ryan to the bullpen instead to bolster Detroit's relief corps.
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