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The Yankees have released veteran right-handed reliever Rafael Montero, per an announcement from their Triple-A affiliate, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 10

New York Yankees Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The New York Yankees made a quiet but notable roster move on Monday, releasing right-handed pitcher Rafael Montero from their Triple-A affiliate, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / May 6

Braves call up intriguing infield prospect Jim Jarvis

The Braves made an intriguing roster move ahead of Wednesday’s series finale, calling up infield prospect Jim Jarvis. In a corresponding move, outfielder Jose Azocar has been designated for assignment.

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New York Yankees Add To Bullpen Signing Rafael Montero

The New York Yankees have made another addition to their bullpen, signing Rafael Montero to a one-year deal, per multiple reports. Montero is a solid option

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Yankees, Rafael Montero Agree To Minor League Deal

The Yankees are adding veteran reliever Rafael Montero on a minor league contract with an invite to Spring Training, as first reported by Héctor Gómez.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 12

Yankees Sign Veteran Reliever to Minor League Deal

With spring training underway, the New York Yankees have brought in a veteran pitcher who could eventually emerge as a bullpen option for the club. As reported by MLB insider Héctor Gómez, the Yankees have signed right-hander Rafael Montero to a minor league contract that includes an invite to big-league camp.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 14

Yankees sign a former World Series champion pitcher in free agency

The New York Yankees are signing a guy who gave them some real headaches in the 2022 playoffs. Veteran reliever Rafael Montero is joining the Yankees in free agency, MLB reporter Hector Gomez revealed on Thursday.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 9, 2025

Tigers' Rafael Montero Earns More Opportunities with Dominant Stretch

The Detroit Tigers raised a lot of eyebrows with how they operated ahead of the MLB trade deadline this year. Despite having the resources to swing a big trade, they opted instead to make several depth additions.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 27, 2025

Braves might have found a guy in the Rafael Montero trade

When the trade deadline approached, everyone believed the Braves were going to sell off their spare parts. Even Brian Snitker hinted at potentially 5-6 players getting moved.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 6, 2025

Tigers Bullpen Trade Deadline Acquisition Suffers Rough Debut with Team

The Detroit Tigers had a trade deadline which many were not thrilled with in terms of a lack of aggressiveness in pursuit of the top names available. Though adds were made to a bullpen in desperate need of reinforcements, outside of Kyle Finnegan it's a legitimate question how many if any are going to be able to make an actual impact.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / August 1, 2025

Tigers Need Rafael Montero to Reclaim His World Series Winning Form

The Detroit Tigers are rolling the dice that reliever Rafael Montero can figure things out. The Atlanta Braves traded Rafael Montero to the Tigers in exchange for a minor league infielder, Jim Jarvis.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / August 1, 2025

Detroit Tigers Roster Moves 8/1/2025

The Detroit Tigers added three relievers and two starting pitchers over the last few days as the trade deadline occurred yesterday. Ahead of today’s series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Tigers added right-handed pitchers Kyle Finnegan and Rafael Montero to the 26-man roster.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 31, 2025

Former Astros World Series Champion Traded to Potential Playoff Foe

The Houston Astros may be seeing one of their former relievers if they’re able to reach the postseason. The Atlanta Braves traded reliever Rafael Montero to the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, putting the right-hander in position to potentially see his old team later this year.

Detroit Tigers News / Inside The Diamonds / July 31, 2025

Detroit Tigers Acquire Two Relievers

The Detroit Tigers today address their bullpen. Last night, they acquired Rafael Montero from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Jim Jarvis. Today, they acquired right-handed pitcher Paul Sewald from the Cleveland Guardians.

Detroit Tigers News / Athlon Sports / July 30, 2025

With Relievers in Demand, Tigers Make Low-Key Trade to Bulk Up Bullpen

In the wake of two big-name relievers being traded, the Detroit Tigers made a subtle but significant addition ahead of the trade deadline. They acquired veteran reliever Rafael Montero from the Braves on Wednesday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 30, 2025

Braves trade Rafael Montero to the Tigers

According to the Atlanta Braves official Twitter/X account, Rafael Montero is headed to Detroit in exchange for infielder Jim Jarvis. The Braves acquired Rafael Montero in a deal with the Astros early in the season when Alex Anthopoulos realized his decision not to add to the bullpen during the offseason was gross oversight.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 30, 2025

Tigers acquire veteran reliever in Braves trade

The Detroit Tigers made a small trade earlier this week, acquiring Chris Paddack from the Minnesota Twins. However, Detroit is still seeking upgrades ahead of Thursday’s MLB Trade Deadline.

Atlanta Braves News / Inside The Diamonds / April 9, 2025

Atlanta Braves Roster Moves 4/9/25

The Atlanta Braves are 2-8 on the new season and continue their series with the Philadelphia Phillies this evening. Ahead of today’s match up the Braves have activated newly acquired relief pitcher Rafael Montero.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / April 8, 2025

Braves make a trade for Rafael Montero

Right now, the Braves are battling the first place Phillies as they look for their second win of the season. But that is not stopping Alex Anthopoulos from making some moves, acquiring right-handed pitcher Rafael Montero from the Astros for a Player To Be Named Later.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 27, 2025

Former Seattle Mariners Closer Rafael Montero Gives up Big Home Run in Winter League

Pitchers and catchers won't report to Spring Training for the Seattle Mariners until Sept. 12. But that doesn't mean that there still isn't baseball to be played.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31, 2024

Astros decide to DFA pitcher from 2022 World Series team

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