Colson Montgomery’s Historic Rookie Surge
Colson Montgomery has taken the baseball world by storm during his rookie season with the Chicago White Sox. In just 52 games, the young shortstop has already made a name for himself by hitting 18 home runs, a feat that places him among the elite in Major League Baseball history.
A Power Hitter Emerges
Since making his debut on July 4 in Colorado, Montgomery has showcased his power at the plate, amassing 18 home runs and 46 RBIs across 212 plate appearances. His batting line of .230/.299/.550/.848 highlights his ability to make an impact, even as he continues to refine his game. Among active players, he ranks tied for fifth in both home runs and RBIs, demonstrating his significant contributions to the team despite participating in only 53 of the White Sox’s 144 games.
White Sox director of hitting, Ryan Fuller, expressed confidence in Montgomery’s potential, noting his impressive decision-making and ability to make contact. “You look at Colson, and you see those three values that we have: swing decisions, contact, and damage,” he said. “We’re looking at him to continue to make jumps, but we’re seeing a really loud skill that is one of the most valuable at the big league level.”
Breaking Records
Montgomery’s 18 home runs have set a new standard for shortstops in their first 52 games in MLB history, surpassing previous records held by Trevor Story (15 in 2016) and Carlos Correa (14 in 2015). Notably, he and José Abreu (19 home runs, 50 RBIs in 2014) are the only players in White Sox history to achieve 18 or more home runs and 46 or more RBIs in their first 52 games.
His accomplishments don’t stop there. Montgomery’s 18 home runs rank second in White Sox history for a player in their first 52 games, while his 46 RBIs stand as the third-highest total. Post-All-Star break, he has continued his hot streak, ranking second in MLB with 44 RBIs and tied for second with 18 home runs. Impressively, his total of 18 home runs after the All-Star break ties him with Josh Fields (2007) for the highest total by a White Sox rookie.
A Rising Star
Montgomery’s velocity as a power hitter is also evident in his consistency. He has homered in back-to-back games seven times this season and joined the ranks of White Sox legends by hitting home runs in four consecutive games—a mark only reached by players like Jim Thome and Frank Thomas. At just 23 years old and 180 days, Montgomery became the youngest player in franchise history to achieve this feat.
In addition, he has delivered standout performances, including four games with four or more RBIs, with a career-high of five coming on July 23 against Tampa Bay. As Montgomery continues to build on his impressive rookie season, his blend of power and potential has White Sox fans eagerly anticipating what he will accomplish next.
Looking Ahead
With each game, Colson Montgomery adds another chapter to his burgeoning career, redefining expectations for a rookie shortstop. As he sharpens his skills and continues to produce, the White Sox have every reason to be excited about their young star’s future.
