Javier goes 6 strong, Bregman homers as Astros down A's 6-3
Cristian Javier threw six shutout innings, Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer and the Houston Astros swept the Oakland Athletics with a 6-3 winAUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bregman homers, has 3 RBIs to lead Astros over Mariners 4-2
Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer early, and his tiebreaking RBI double in the eighth inning led the Houston Astros to a 4-2 win over the Seattle MarinersJULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tallies seventh save Montero allowed a hit but recorded the final two outs to tally the save in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees.
Impact Montero was called upon to get the final two outs of the game after Brandon Bielak served up a home run that cut the Astros lead to two. Montero could be in line for save chances in the short term with Ryan Pressly (personal) likely out for most of the team's weekend series against the Mariners, though Hector Neris received the opportunity -- but blew the chance -- in the first game of the doubleheader. Montero has been a strong member of Houston's bullpen all season while maintaining a 1.85 ERA and 43:14 K:BB across 39 frames.
JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Alvarez homers as Astros down Yankees 7-5 for DH sweep
Yordan Alvarez and Alex Bregman both homered and the pair combined for five RBIs as the Houston Astros completed a doubleheader sweep of the New York Yankees Thursday with a 7-5 wi...JULY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vogt, A's wrap up shaky first half by beating Astros
Stephen Vogt hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning and the Oakland Athletics wrapped up a shaky first half by beating the Houston Astros 4-3JULY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Secures sixth save Montero allowed a run on one hit and struck out two in one inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 9-7 win over the Royals.
Impact A seven-inning scoreless streak came to a close when Andrew Benintendi knocked in Whit Merrifield on a groundout, but Montero was still able to pick up his second save in his last four outings. This was his sixth save of the year, which came after Ryan Pressly was deemed unavailable after warming up but not pitching Monday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports. Through 32.2 innings overall, Montero has been solid with a 1.93 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 35:11 K:BB while adding 12 holds and three wins as the Astros' primary setup man.
JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Alvarez makes big throw, hits 25th homer, Astros top Royals
Yordan Alvarez threw out Hunter Dozier at the plate from just short of the warning track in left field to preserve a two-run, eighth-inning lead, then hit his 25th homer as the Hou...JULY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mike Trout’s slump worsens, Astros K 20 to sweep Angels
Los Angeles Angels hitters fanned an MLB record-tying 20 times as the Houston Astros won 4-2 for a sweep.JULY 4, 2022
Trout's slump worsens, Astros strike out 20 to sweep Angels
Angels star Mike Trout finished 0 for 11 with nine strikeouts in a three-game series and Los Angeles hitters fanned 20 times overall in a 4-2 loss to the Houston AstrosJULY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nabs fifth save Montero earned his fifth save Friday against the Yankees after not allowing a hit during a scoreless ninth inning. He had two walks and zero strikeouts.
Impact Closer Ryan Pressly pitched the past two games and blew a save Thursday when he surrendered four runs in one-third of an inning, which opened the window for Montero to step in for the save Friday. The hiccup is unlikely to bump Pressly out of the closer role without further struggles, so Montero, who has a 1.82 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 30:11 K:BB over 29.2 innings this season, should continue to operate as the Astros' setup man.
JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Verlander pitches Astros to 3-1 win, ends Yanks' home streak
Justin Verlander pitched four-hit ball over seven innings, Kyle Tucker hit a three-run homer and the Houston Astros beat the Yankees 3-1 to stop New York’s 15-game home winning str...JUNE 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Payday: Judge wins it for Yankees on eve of salary showdown
Aaron Judge lined a game-winning single on the eve of his salary arbitration showdown, capping a four-run ninth inning that included Aaron Hicks’ tying three-run homer off closer R...JUNE 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back on track Montero allowed one hit and struck out one across a scoreless seventh inning to earn a hold Sunday against the White Sox.
Impact Montero struggled for a brief stretch in early June, allowing five earned runs across four appearances that spanned four innings. However, he's gotten back on track in his last two outings, allowing only a hit and a walk while striking out two across two scoreless frames. Montero has been excellent for the balance of the season, maintaining a 2.03 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 27:9 K:BB to go along with nine holds across 26.2 innings.
JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Struggles to find strike zone Montero walked three but pitched a scoreless eighth inning to earn a hold Tuesday against the Mariners.
Impact Montero was called upon to protect a one-run lead, but he walked the bases loaded after recording only one out. However, he got Abraham Toro to ground into a double play to sidestep any damage. Montero's struggle to find the strike zone is likely to be an aberration, as he had surrendered only five free passes across 21.2 innings entering Tuesday's appearance. Montero has been excellent in a high-leverage role for the Astros this season, delivering a 1.99 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 24:8 K:BB.
JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nabs save Sunday Montero retired the only batter he faced to secure the save in Sunday's 7-4 win over the Royals.
Impact Following Ryan Pressly's ejection for throwing inside and Phil Maton's inability to retire any of the three batters he faced, Montero was able to end a bases-loaded threat. He got Nicky Lopez to ground out to end the game. This was Montero's fourth save of the year, but his first since May 6. He's posted a 2.08 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 24:5 K:BB across 21.2 innings while adding six holds this season. Should Pressly face a suspension for his actions Sunday, Montero figures to be favored for potential save chances.
JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Álvarez's HR boosts Astros to 7-4 win vs Royals
Yordan Álvarez hit his 16th home run of the season and Framber Valdez won his fifth straight start for the Houston Astros, who beat the Kansas City Royals 7-4JUNE 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks up second win Montero (2-0) did not allow a baserunner in a scoreless seventh inning while striking out two to earn the win Sunday against the Mariners.
Impact Montero has allowed only one earned run across 19.2 innings this season while also maintaining a 23:5 K:BB. His dominance was on display Sunday as he needed just nine pitches to set the Mariners down in order. Though Ryan Pressly is locked into the closer role, Montero is capable of delivering excellent ratios and has also racked up six holds on the campaign.
MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pressly gets game-ending DP, Astros top M's 2-1, avoid sweep
Ryan Pressly got Luis Torrens to ground into a game-ending double play with the bases loaded in the ninth inning, preserving the Houston Astros’ 2-1 win over the Seattle MarinersMAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Altuve, Urquidy lead Astros to 5-2 win over Rangers
Jose Altuve hit a leadoff home runs and José Urquidy tied a career high with 10 strikeouts to lead the Houston Astros to a 5-2 win over the Texas RangersMAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pérez throws 1st shutout since 2014, Texas blanks Astros 3-0
Martín Pérez pitched his first shutout since 2014, scattering seven singles as the Texas Rangers beat Houston 3-0, ending the Astros’ nine-game home winning streakMAY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Álvarez HRs twice, Astros top Twins 5-0, win 10th straight
Luis Garcia and three relievers combined on a seven-hitter, Yordan Álvarez homered twice and Jeremy Peña capped a big day with three hits as the Houston Astros extended their winni...MAY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Secures third save Montero struck out one batter in a perfect inning and notched a save against Detroit on Friday.
Impact With Ryan Pressley (rest) getting Friday off, Montero jumped back into the closer role and earned his third save over his last four appearances. The 31-year-old needed just 14 pitches (nine strikes) to retire the Tigers in order. He's now allowed just one run while posting a 17:3 K:BB through 12.1 frames on the year.
MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
McCormick, Maldonado homers propel Astros past Tigers 3-2
Chas McCormick and Martín Maldonado hit consecutive homers and Luis Garcia worked seven strong innings as the Houston Astros stretched their winning streak to a season-high five ga...MAY 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pitches eighth inning Montero struck out one and did not allow a baserunner in a scoreless eighth inning to earn a hold Thursday against the Tigers.
Impact Montero shifted back to an eighth-inning role due to the return of Ryan Pressly (knee). Montero needed only 12 pitches to retire the side and maintain a 2-0 lead for Houston. While he should be projected for a setup role, it will be worth monitoring the effectiveness of Pressly, who blew the save chance Thursday in his first appearance since being activated from the injured list.
MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tucker's RBI in 9th lifts Astros to 3-2 win over Tigers
Jose Altuve and rookie Jeremy Peña hit solo homers and Kyle Tucker’s RBI single in the ninth inning lifted the Houston Astros to a 3-2 win over the Detroit TigersMAY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
