What happened: Montgomery finished September with 11 saves across 13 innings. He posted a 2.08 ERA with 16 strikeouts in that span.
Why it matters: The award caps his rise after taking over the ninth inning in late August. He carried a 0.73 ERA and perfect save run from July into the final month.
By the numbers: 13.0 IP, 2.08 ERA, 16 K, 11 SV in September.
What to watch: Pittsburgh closes the schedule with the ninth inning settled around him.