White Sox Prospect Colson Montgomery Stars in MLB Debut with Historic Catch, First Career Triple

Colson Montgomery, the White Sox's No. 5 prospect, made a memorable MLB debut on July 4 against the Colorado Rockies, showcasing both his offensive and defensive skills. In his first plate appearance, he reached base via a rare catcher’s interference call, a first in the Expansion Era, and later made a remarkable over-the-shoulder diving catch to end the second inning, preventing a sure RBI. Montgomery, who overcame a challenging minor league season marked by injuries and struggles at Triple-A, displayed a strong performance with an RBI triple and three hits overall in the game where the White Sox won 10-3. His defensive plays and offensive contributions have highlighted his potential as a future franchise cornerstone, despite a slow start to his professional career. The catch was widely praised as one of the greatest defensive plays in a debut, underscoring Montgomery’s athleticism and readiness for the major leagues. This debut marked a significant milestone for the 23-year-old prospect from Indiana, who was drafted 22nd overall in 2021 and had been working to regain form in the minors.