Brewers Acquire Jordan Montgomery from Diamondbacks at 2025 Trade Deadline
The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery from the Arizona Diamondbacks at the 2025 trade deadline. In a deal orchestrated by Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen, Montgomery joins the Brewers alongside reliever Shelby Miller, with Arizona receiving $2 million in salary relief.
Montgomery's journey has been eventful. He began with the New York Yankees, moving to the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022. There, he pitched impressively with a 3.31 ERA and 3.50 FIP over 184.2 innings. However, a UCL tear in spring training 2025 led to Tommy John surgery, pushing his return to May or June 2026.
Despite his injury, Montgomery's potential is evident. He previously helped the Texas Rangers win the World Series in 2023. The Brewers, who acquired him without giving up a prospect, hope he can provide similar value once he recovers. Montgomery's fit with the Brewers might be more suitable as a midseason reinforcement in 2027, given his expected return date.
Jordan Montgomery's trade to the Milwaukee Brewers could prove beneficial for both parties. The Brewers gain a promising pitcher who has shown potential in high-pressure situations, while Montgomery gets a chance to rebuild his value with a contending team. His return to the mound in 2026 will be eagerly anticipated.
