Friday’s trade deadline is understandably the main topic of conversation around here, but there are still real games to play, and the Yankees begin a three-game series tonight at everyone’s favorite ballpark, Tropicana Field. Jordan Montgomery takes the hill tonight, hoping to build on his solid season that’s seen each month sport a lower ERA than the previous. He’s currently sitting at 3.57 for July, a strong showing at a time when the Yankees have needed, but not rewarded, good starts.
Aaron Judge returns to the lineup after a COVID-IL stint following his positive tests. Kyle Higashioka is also back with the team, and new reliever Clay Holmes is expected to be active tonight.