Chad Tracy considers using Garrett Crochet for Red Sox postseason
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 7:22 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet threw a 20-pitch bullpen session on Tuesday as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury that has sidelined him since April. Interim manager Chad Tracy indicated that while the left-hander will not be built up to serve as a starter this season, the team may use him as an opener or in short-relief roles during the postseason. The organization has not ruled out the possibility of Crochet returning to the major-league roster without a minor-league rehab assignment due to the late timing of his progression. Crochet has not appeared in a game since April 25. If healthy, the former American League Cy Young Award runner-up would provide the Red Sox with additional pitching depth during their playoff run. The team is currently targeting the wild-card series beginning September 29 for his potential return to competition.
- •Garrett Crochet completed a 20-pitch bullpen session at Fenway Park on Tuesday.
- •The Red Sox plan to limit Crochet to no more than three innings per appearance.
- •Interim manager Chad Tracy suggests the pitcher could serve as an opener or middle-inning reliever.
- •The team is targeting the wild-card series on September 29 for a potential return.
- 7:22 PMYahoo Sports — Chad Tracy Speaks On Comfort Level Of Garrett Crochet Serving As Opener Upon Return
- 7:16 PMYahoo Sports — Chad Tracy Reveals How Garrett Crochet Could be Used in Postseason
"Garrett Crochet's return could make a major difference for the Red Sox in October, but he won't be the workhorse he was last season.
"The Boston Red Sox have been without Garrett Crochet for most of the season
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:22 PMChad Tracy Speaks On Comfort Level Of Garrett Crochet Serving As Opener Upon Return
The Boston Red Sox have been without Garrett Crochet for most of the season
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 7:16 PMChad Tracy Reveals How Garrett Crochet Could be Used in Postseason
Garrett Crochet's return could make a major difference for the Red Sox in October, but he won't be the workhorse he was last season.
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