Rangers Pitcher Jordan Montgomery Excited for Homecoming

After two tough seasons away, Montgomery is eager to return to Texas and recapture his 2023 World Series form.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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After helping the Texas Rangers win their first World Series title in 2023, pitcher Jordan Montgomery signed with the Diamondbacks but struggled with injuries, including undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2025. Now healthy, Montgomery is thrilled to be back with the Rangers, citing the team's culture and his familiarity with the organization as key factors in his decision to return. The Rangers are confident Montgomery can regain his pre-injury form and contribute to their rotation once he completes his rehab.

Why it matters

Montgomery's return to the Rangers is significant, as he was a crucial part of their 2023 championship run. His ability to bounce back from injury and recapture his dominant form could be a major boost for the Rangers as they look to return to the playoffs and defend their title.

The details

Montgomery, who the Rangers acquired at the 2023 Trade Deadline, became a postseason hero, posting a 2.90 ERA in six appearances (five starts) during the team's World Series run. After signing with the Diamondbacks, he struggled to a 6.23 ERA in 2024 before undergoing Tommy John surgery the following year. Now healthy, Montgomery is eager to get back on the mound and help the Rangers, citing the team's culture and his familiarity with the organization as key factors in his decision to return.

  • Montgomery last pitched for the Rangers in November 2023, when he helped the team win the World Series.
  • He signed with the Diamondbacks in 2024 and struggled that season before undergoing Tommy John surgery in April 2025.
  • Montgomery is now 10 months removed from his second Tommy John surgery and is aiming to return to the Rangers' rotation shortly after the Trade Deadline on August 3.

The players

Jordan Montgomery

A left-handed pitcher who was a key part of the Rangers' 2023 World Series championship team. After two tough seasons away, he is now eager to return to Texas and recapture his dominant form.

Ross Fenstermaker

The Rangers' general manager, who is excited to bring Montgomery back and is confident in his recovery from injury.

Skip Schumaker

The Rangers' manager, who has previous experience working with Montgomery when he was the bench coach for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022.

Kyle Higashioka

A catcher who came up through the Yankees' farm system with Montgomery and was his batterymate for several years in the big leagues.

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What they’re saying

“There's a lot of reasons [I'm back]. Obviously, I love it here. Just the culture, knowing how comfortable I would be here. It was just like every arrow was pointing to Texas. I've been missing it a little bit. You always miss it. So I just couldn't be more excited to be back.”

— Jordan Montgomery, Pitcher (MLB.com)

“We're excited to bring Jordan back. Obviously, what we experienced together in '23 was pretty special. We feel confident with where he's at right now. Having our team physician, Dr. Meister, do the surgery, that he's in a good spot. We're looking forward to that in the back of the mix here.”

— Ross Fenstermaker, General Manager (MLB.com)

What’s next

The Rangers' tentative plan is to have Montgomery back in the rotation shortly after the Trade Deadline on August 3, though timelines always remain fluid.

The takeaway

Montgomery's return to the Rangers represents a chance for both the team and the pitcher to put the past two disappointing seasons behind them. If Montgomery can regain his 2023 form, he could be a key piece in the Rangers' quest to defend their World Series title.