Imagine Jordan Montgomery listening to this…

Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick has a reputation for always telling the truth during radio interviews. But on Monday…the man took it to a whole new level, brutally attacking not just one of his players, but himself.

In an afternoon interview on 98.7 FM's “The Burns & Gumbo Show,” the franchise's managing general partner spoke about a variety of topics, including his disappointment with the end of the 2024 campaign and what he can expect from his salary in 2025. spoke. (Related: MLB makes totally brilliant decision on jersey after season of stupid choices)

The conversation then turned to the Diamondbacks' starting pitcher. jordan montgomerythings got very interesting. Kendrick was brutally honest about the trade made to bring Montgomery to Phoenix last offseason, labeling the deal and the pitcher's addition to the roster as “terrible.” Not only that, he took 100% personal responsibility for everything that was done.

“Let me say it the best way I can: If you want to blame someone for Jordan Montgomery being a Diamondback, you're talking to a man to blame,” Ken said. Doric stated. “That's because I brought it to the attention of them (his baseball operations department). I pushed it. They agreed to it.”

listen:

“If you want to blame someone for Jordan Montgomery being a Diamondback, you're talking to someone to blame.”

D-backs managing general partner Ken Kendrick spoke about signing Montgomery in the offseason.

Full interview: https://t.co/c9zHhCcebT pic.twitter.com/4wfNmwihSX

— The Burns & Gumbo Show (@BurnsAndGambo) October 1, 2024

I'm not going to lie…I love Ken Kendrick and his funk-like candor. I'll be paying more attention to this person. (Didi is not there)