Rangers expect Jordan Montgomery, Cody Bradford to return soon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:43 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Texas Rangers pitchers Jordan Montgomery and Cody Bradford are progressing in their recoveries from elbow surgery. Bradford threw a live bullpen session before Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers, while Montgomery is set for a third minor league rehab start that same night. The team has faced rotation challenges due to Jack Leiter's recent ankle surgery. Both pitchers expressed determination to return and help the team as soon as possible.
- •Cody Bradford threw a live bullpen session before Thursday's game.
- •Jordan Montgomery will make a third rehab start at Triple-A Round Rock.
- •Jack Leiter recently underwent ankle surgery, leaving the rotation shorthanded.
- •Bradford aims for a minor league rehab assignment next week.
- •Both pitchers are eager to contribute to the team soon.
- 11:43 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers' shorthanded rotation has reinforcements coming with Jordan Montgomery, Cody Bradford
"The two lefties are recovering from elbow surgery together and are verging on a return at the perfect time.
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