Scouting Report: Keider Montero

Summary

Keider Montero, 25-year-old Venezuelan right-hander, has emerged as a bright spot for the injury-ravaged Detroit Tigers in 2026. After starting the season at Triple-A Toledo, Montero has been called up and has made 7 starts, posting a 3.18 ERA with a dominant 0.96 WHIP and opponents hitting just .205 against him. He has won 2 games with 2 losses. The Tigers' coaching staff worked with Montero over the winter to improve his pitch spotting and pitch mix, reducing his slider usage from 20% to 16% and increasing his changeup usage from 12% to 16%. In his most recent outing against Kansas City on May 9, 2026, Montero pitched 6 innings of 1-run ball with 4 strikeouts in a no-decision, though the Tigers lost 4-3 in a walk-off. He has left the game with a lead in 4 of his 7 starts this season.