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The Diamondbacks are currently in the thick of the National League wild-card race. Entering Tuesday’s games, they hold the second of three wild-card spots, with just a one-game cushion over the New York Mets and two over the Atlanta Braves.
The injury bug has hit Arizona (83-67) hard lately. In addition to Nelson, the D-backs placed reliever Paul Sewald on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, retroactive to Thursday, because of neck discomfort on the left side. He would be eligible to return Sept. 27, which would give Arizona an extra arm for the final three games of the season.
Montgomery has fared well in two career starts against the Rockies, going 2-0 with a 3.09 ERA.
Field Level Media contributed to this report.
