"The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it." This perfectly embodies the story of Jordan Montgomery, a pitcher who's staring down a $22.5 million redemption arc after a career-altering nightmare.

Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Jordan Montgomery threw a 26-pitch bullpen session Tuesday as he works his way back from a minor finger injury he's dealt with since the outset of spring training.

D-backs right-hander Merrill Kelly displayed an uptick in velocity Friday afternoon in his first Cactus League appearance of the spring against the Royals. After averaging 92 mph last year with his two and four-seam fastballs,

Jordan Montgomery struggled in his spring training debut for the Diamondbacks against the Reds, trying to "make it happen too quick."

A live batting practice session provides encouragement that Montgomery could be very close to getting back into a game.

Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Jordan Montgomery threw a 26-pitch ... The Diamondbacks have Brandon Pfaadt slated for Thursday and Merrill Kelly Friday. Left-handed pitcher José Castillo ...