Keider Montero

Keider Montero allowed five runs on eight hits over 5 1/3 innings on Sunday against the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

Montero added three strikeouts and did not walk anyone. He allowed a pair of home runs and a lot of hard contact. He remains off the fantasy radar.

Keider Montero had a rough outing in Saturday's 11-9 victory over the Dodgers, allowing five earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out four over five innings.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the high-scoring affair, Montero's performance was less than stellar, continuing a concerning trend in his early-season starts. With a ballooning ERA of 5.47 and a WHIP of 1.37 through four starts, his reliability as a fantasy option remains questionable. Fantasy managers should be wary of his high earned run average and WHIP, which suggest ongoing struggles with command and susceptibility to heavy hitting. Montero's current form makes him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues, especially considering his low strikeout rate and high FIP, indicating potential underlying issues beyond bad luck.

Keider Montero delivered a gem on Monday, tossing 6.1 scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and one walk, striking out four against the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

Montero's stellar outing was a crucial component in the Tigers' narrow 1-0 win, showcasing his ability to handle pressure situations. Despite this strong performance, Montero's season ERA of 4.64 and FIP of 5.04 suggest that consistency remains an issue. Fantasy managers should note his solid WHIP of 1.17 and decent K/9 rate, but the high FIP indicates potential volatility in his future starts. While this outing might boost his stock slightly, the underlying metrics advise caution.

Keider Montero delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four over 6.1 innings in Wednesday's 9-2 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a significant improvement for Montero, who entered the game with a bloated 6.60 ERA and 1.40 WHIP from his previous starts. His ability to limit walks and maintain a decent strikeout rate was on display, which could signal a turning point in his season. Fantasy managers should note this performance as a potential indicator of Montero's upward trajectory, especially considering his solid 9.0 K/9 and 3.00 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While consistency remains a question, Montero's latest start might make him a speculative add for those in deeper leagues or those looking for pitching depth.

The Tigers have recalled Keider Montero from Triple-A Toledo.

Fantasy Impact

Montero will start Wednesday against the Twins and is expected to take Casey Mize’s spot in the rotation. The 23-year-old has a 9.35 ERA and a 1.62 WHIP in two games with the Tigers this season.