"Let's go B" - Braden Montgomery's girlfriend Kelly McCloskey cheers on as Red Sox selects switch-hitting OF at No. 12 in MLB Draft 2024
The Boston Red Sox added Texas A&M outfielder Braden Montgomery as the 12th pick in the 2024 MLB Draft on Sunday. The switch-hitting outfielder was the No. 8 prospect, according to MLB.com, heading into the draft.
Montgomery's girlfriend Kelly McCloskey, who is often in the stands to support the upcoming star, reacted to the video announcement of the Red Sox selecting the Aggies star in the draft. Kelly is a Texas Beach Volleyball, formerly a representative of LSU.
She captioned her Instagram story:
"Boston we're ready for you!!!! Let's go B."
McCloskey also reposted a montage of Montgomery's incredible season with the Aggies in 2024 that saw the team make the College World Series. The montage was originally put out by Texas A&M Baseball's Instagram handle in acknowledgment of the young star getting drafted.
Braden Montgomery had a remarkable campaign with the Aggies after being transferred from Stanford in 2023. He earned first-team All-American honors after slashing .322/.454/.733 with 27 home runs and 85 RBIs.
However, Montgomery played no part in A&M's College World Series against Tennessee due to an ankle injury sustained during the Super Regional matchup against Oregon.
Braden Montgomery is still recovering from his injury but was full of excitement during the 2024 MLB draft at Fort Worth’s Cowtown Coliseum. He was seen roaming around in a knee scooter in a Red Sox jersey.
Braden Montgomery vows to create a winning culture after being drafted by Red Sox
Despite the injury, the young outfielder remains unfazed and gave a glimpse of his mindset after being nabbed by one of the big market teams following a successful term with the Aggies.
“They’re getting a winner that impacts everyone around them,” Montgomery said.
“I like to be loud, with high energy and good vibes. I like to have fun. No one wants to be somewhere when people are dragging around and not enjoying themselves. I’m a winner, and I’m going to create a winning culture wherever I’m at.”
Montgomery's statement shows the confidence the young star has in his abilities, and Red Sox manager Alex Cora could use a player like that in a farm system that is already brimming with talent. However, the AL East team will have to wait until the two-way performer recovers from his injury.