Garrett Crochet's potential role as a reliever for Red Sox gains attention
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:59 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Garrett Crochet's progression from left shoulder inflammation could benefit the Boston Red Sox as they eye a playoff run. Currently, Crochet could return to action in 2026 but is unlikely to rejoin the starting rotation, potentially serving as a contributor in the bullpen instead. Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock are also expected to play key roles in high-pressure situations. With the postseason looming, any innings from Crochet would enhance the team's chances, given his previous postseason success in 2020 and 2021.
- •Crochet could pitch two innings if he returns in 2026.
- •His postseason experience includes not allowing a run in four outings.
- •Sonny Gray, Ranger Suarez, and Payton Tolle are in the playoff rotation.
- •Aroldis Chapman and Garrett Whitlock will handle high-leverage situations.
- •The Red Sox are aiming for a strong finish as October approaches.
- 12:59 PMYahoo Sports — No starting? No problem: Reliever Garrett Crochet could prove valuable to Red Sox
"The Red Sox should feel comfortable with the current outlook of a playoff rotation. Game 1: Sonny GrayGame 2: Ranger SuarezGame 3: Payton Tolle Wouldn’t it have been hard to fathom early in the season that the Red Sox could be a real threat in the American League without Garrett Crochet leading the rotation as […]
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