While the Boston Red Sox are not the favorites to sign pitcher Jordan Montgomery, they have a strong chance to land him due to an unexpected reason related to his doctor-to-be wife.

Despite being linked to several notable free agents this winter, the Red Sox have been fairly quiet this offseason. It’s a disappointing fact for a fanbase that has seen their team finish dead last in a very tough American League East with a 78-84 record the last two seasons.

Making matters worse is during a recent fan event, Boston CEO Sam Kennedy admitted that there is a very real chance they could have a reduced payroll in 2024 and may not add some big contracts to improve the roster. However, a new report on Wednesday gave some hope that the organization could make a notable and needed addition to the starting rotation soon.

• Jordan Montgomery stats (2023): 10-11 record, 3.20 ERA, 1.193 WHIP, 166 strikeouts, 188.2 innings

During a live stream yesterday, New York Post MLB insider Jon Heyman gave an update on the market for veteran free agent pitcher Jordan Montgomery and his preference to return to the Texas Rangers in 2024. However, with the negotiations at a stalemate, Heyman revealed the unique reason that might help Boston jump in and steal away the former New York Yankees player.

Jordan Montgomery’s wife could lead him to the Boston Red Sox?

“Another team that I think is a good possibility for Montgomery, if it doesn’t work out in Texas, would be Boston. His wife is, I believe, is in medical school or in residency — I think connected to Harvard,” Heymand said. “… I believe that is accurate and I hear that the Red Sox certainly do like Montgomery very much.”

Harvard Medical School is located in Boston and is a very short drive away from Fenway Park. Family always plays a big role in a free agent athlete’s decision, so the ability to stay together in Boston could play a major part in the 31-year-old’s decision.

Montgomery had another strong season in 2023 and played a key role in the Texas Rangers’ run to winning the World Series. He played five and a half seasons in New York so he is not unfamiliar with the pressures of playing in a major sports market.