Braden Montgomery hits 419-foot homer against the Mets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:53 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Braden Montgomery launched a 419-foot home run against the New York Mets on August 23, 2026. This impressive shot came in the second inning with a 1–2 count, marking his fifth home run of the season and his first since early August. Montgomery's performance comes as he continues to adjust to big-league baseball, showcasing his raw power despite a slight drop in batting average and an improved slugging percentage of.369. He went 1-for-4 in the game, highlighting his ongoing development as a rookie.
- •Montgomery hits his fifth home run of the season.
- •Home run occurs in second inning with one out.
- •He finished the game 1-for-4 at the plate.
- •Slugging percentage rises to.369.
- •Montgomery is adjusting to big-league pitching.
- 6:53 PMYahoo Sports — Watch: Braden Montgomery crushes 419‑foot homer against the Mets
"Braden Montgomery crushed a 419‑foot homer vs. the Mets, flashing the raw power fans have been waiting to see from the rookie.
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