Orioles’ Brandon Young and White Sox’s Colson Montgomery lead MLB surge

Baltimore’s right‑hander Brandon Young has emerged as the Orioles’ top starter, posting a 3.11 ERA over 13 starts and leading the rotation in wins, WHIP and WAR. The former undrafted free agent, now in his pre‑arb years, has improved his fastball run value and reduced his barrel rate, helping the team maintain a sub‑1.20 WHIP in June.

Chicago shortstop Colson Montgomery continues his power surge, hitting his 22nd home run of the season and tying for eighth in the majors in total homers. He said, "I've just narrowed down the things I need to do on a day‑to‑day basis, what my body needs to get ready for the game," as the White Sox aim to split the final game of their series against the Guardians.

Both players are key contributors to their clubs as the 2026 MLB season progresses.