The Detroit Tigers faced a tough challenge against the New York Yankees, suffering a 4-0 defeat in their latest Grapefruit League game. Despite the loss, right-hander Keider Montero showcased resilience on the mound, overcoming a rocky start after conceding a leadoff home run to Austin Wells. Montero managed to pitch 4⅓ innings, striking out four batters while allowing four hits and only one run after the initial blow. His performance may have kept his Opening Day roster hopes alive.

As the Tigers' rotation solidifies with Tarik Skubal, Jack Flaherty, and Reese Olson in the top three spots, Montero is in a competitive battle with Casey Mize and Jackson Jobe for the remaining spots. Mize has been impressive this spring, while Jobe’s recent performance was less convincing. The Tigers' bullpen also saw Kenta Maeda’s shift to a relief role complicate roster decisions further.

Wenceel Pérez’s defensive skills were on display as he made a highlight-reel catch, robbing Wells and showing he could fill in well for the injured Parker Meadows. However, the offense struggled, with notable hard-hit balls by players like Javier Báez and Riley Greene failing to convert into runs. Overall, the game raised questions about team depth as players fight for spot on the roster.