John Montague

Who is John Montague?

John Evans Montague, is a professional baseball player who played pitcher in the major leagues from 1973 to 1980. He played for the Montreal Expos, Philadelphia Phillies, Seattle Mariners, and California Angels.

Montague, who played college baseball at Old Dominion University, was chosen by the Chicago White Sox in the 15th round of the 1965 Major League Baseball Draft, but chose not to sign with the team. He was then drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the 3rd round of the 1967 amateur draft, secondary phase. On April 13, 1973, the Orioles traded him to the Montreal Expos for a player to be named later, which was Mickey Scott, who was sent to the Baltimore Orioles on April 4, 1974 to complete the trade.

He made his major league debut for the Expos on September 9, 1973 against the New York Mets, pitching the eighth inning of a game the Expos lost by a score of 3-0, and retiring all three batters he faced. He was with the Expos for two full seasons, with no decisions in the 1973 season in four relief appearances, and ending the 1974 with a 3-4 record and 3 saves in 46 appearances, including one start.