Jordan Montgomery

Montgomery was fine last year (3.83 ERA, 1.28 WHIP), but he didn't take the step forward that many had envisioned. His curveball is an elite pitch, and his changeup isn't far behind, but his sinker (.412 wOBA against) just gets crushed. If he leans further into his changeup and curve, you could see a giant step forward, especially since his whiff rate is already solid and his walk rate is above average. But if not, it's probably going to be yet another mediocre season for him, particularly with the tough lineups he'll face routinely.

Jordan Montgomery allows two runs in Saturday's win over Pirates

Jordan Montgomery lasted six innings on the mound for the Cardinals Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits while also walking one and striking out five in the Cardinals' 13-3 win over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Montgomery has allowed three runs or less in four of his last six starts for the Cardinals, posting a 3.67 K/BB ratio in that span. The left-hander has benefited from a change of scenery, posting a 1.09 WHIP and 3.48 ERA with 158 strikeouts in 32 starts (9-6) on the mound this season.