Hurtado Barbecue, based in Arlington, Texas, has taken an unconventional approach to support the Texas Rangers in re-signing free agent Jordan Montgomery. The barbecue restaurant, recognized as the official barbecue establishment of the Texas Rangers, extended a unique offer to Montgomery, proposing free barbecue for life if he chooses to return to pitch for the Rangers in the upcoming season.
Brandon Hurtado, co-owner of the restaurant, expressed this enticing offer directly to Montgomery on social media, expressing the desire to have the pitcher back with the team. The restaurant, with locations in downtown Arlington and Fort Worth, sweetens the deal by being conveniently located within two miles of Globe Life Field.
Recent reports suggest that Montgomery is leaning towards a reunion with the Texas Rangers, following his impactful role in their 2023 World Series championship run. Despite interest from the New York Yankees, where Montgomery had previously played, insiders reveal that the left-hander’s preference is to return to Texas.
The Yankees consider Montgomery their top choice to bolster their rotation, but uncertainties arise due to Montgomery’s expressed preference for the Rangers, fueled by his fondness for the state of Texas and the camaraderie he developed with his teammates during the championship season.
However, financial considerations pose a question mark for the Rangers, as they navigate the possibility of securing Montgomery’s return amid constraints on their budget. In related news, Texas Rangers starter Max Scherzer faces a setback as he undergoes surgery to address a herniated disc in his back, leading to a delay in his start to the 2024 season, as confirmed by general manager Chris Young. The team explored various conservative treatments before resorting to surgery in an effort to manage Scherzer’s condition.
