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Johan Oviedo, Elehuris Montero on different paths in Peoria

The Peoria Chiefs have one of the three best records in the Midwest League, sitting atop the western division’s overall standings after 93 games. From former first-round pick Nick Plummer to breakout reliever Bryan Dobzanski, the Chiefs roster is a unique blend of organizational depth and potential. Third baseman Elehuris Montero and right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo stand out as the team’s most projectable pieces.

Elehuris Montero

After drafting high school third baseman Nolan Gorman and meeting the $300k individual player limit to sign Cuban third baseman Malcom Nunez, the Cardinals quickly accumulated depth at the hot corner.