Rookies Colson Montgomery & Edgar Quero lead the White Sox to a 3-2 win over the Rockies on July 5, 2025. Quero's first MLB homer sealed the thrilling victory.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
For a team rebuilding for tomorrow, Saturday felt like a giant leap into the future. Top prospect Colson Montgomery made a memorable MLB debut, and rookie catcher Edgar Quero launched his first-ever big-league home run to deliver a thrilling 3-2 victory for the White Sox over the Rockies. It was a day where the box score told only part of the story; the real narrative was written by the kids.
8 innings, 4 hits, 0 earned runs. Adrian Houser put the team on his back and gave the rookies a chance to win it.
The buzz was palpable from the moment the lineup dropped. Top prospect Colson Montgomery, just called up from Triple-A Charlotte, was in at shortstop. He didn't waste time making his presence felt, reaching base in his very first plate appearance in the most unusual way: catcher's interference. While he went 0-for-2 officially, he drew a walk and, more impressively, flashed the leather that has scouts so excited. His diving, over-the-shoulder catch to end the second inning was a web gem that had social media buzzing and gave fans a taste of the defensive stability he promises to bring to the infield for years to come.
While Montgomery's debut set the stage, it was another rookie who delivered the knockout blow. With the game tied 2-2 in the sixth, catcher Edgar Quero smashed a solo shot for his first career MLB home run, a moment that proved to be the game-winner. The dugout gave him the classic silent treatment before erupting in celebration. None of it would have been possible without Adrian Houser, who was simply masterful. The veteran righty went a season-high eight innings, allowing only two unearned runs while striking out five. He kept the Rockies off balance all afternoon, paving the way for Grant Taylor to lock down his third save.
The success of Montgomery and Quero is a direct reflection of a White Sox farm system that, despite a tough season at the major league level, remains a source of significant optimism. The system boasts six Top 100 prospects, a testament to the front office's rebuilding efforts. However, the excitement is tempered by a brutal string of injuries on the pitching side. The organization confirmed that four of its top 30 pitching prospects, including Drew Thorpe—a key piece from the Dylan Cease trade—are lost for the season to Tommy John surgery. It's a harsh reminder of the fragility of prospects and the long road ahead, even as the big league club enjoys moments of youthful brilliance.
Saturday's win pushes the Sox to 29-59, but this one felt different. It wasn't just a number in the win column; it was a validation of the process and a promise of more exciting days to come. With Montgomery and Quero now in the fold, every game offers a new reason to tune in and watch the future of the South Side take shape, one diving catch and one milestone home run at a time.
