Rafael Montero
ABOUT RAFAEL MONTERO
Right-handed relief pitcher that initially began his professional career playing in the New York Mets organization. A few years later, he was traded to the Houston Astros in July 2021. He has also played for the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers during his career.
He initially began his professional career playing for the DSL Mets rookie affiliate team. He was later sent to the GCL Mets
He combined to pitch a no-hitter with his Houston Astros' teammates during Game four of the 2022 Major League World Series. He and his team defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in Game four to clinch the title.
Although he was born in Higuerito, Dominican Republic he grew up living with his family in the Sabana Huguero area.
He played alongside Alex Bregman on the 2022 World Series-winning Astros.