If Montgomery has a good year with the Sox and opts out, they can afford to pay him. If he likes it there, I think a new contract probably wouldn't break the bank either. I mean, he seems willing to take a little less to go back to Texas right now, but they've got issues. That could be Boston next year after a successful season.
I don't think the Red Sox have to lock in multiple years at what might be a bargain rate for it to be a good deal for them. They need more pitching and Montgomery is solid. He raises the floor of their starting rotation. There is value in seeing what kind of fit he is with the team before making a stronger commitment.
I don't think the Red Sox have to lock in multiple years at what might be a bargain rate for it to be a good deal for them. They need more pitching and Montgomery is solid. He raises the floor of their starting rotation. There is value in seeing what kind of fit he is with the team before making a stronger commitment.