Red Sox anticipate Garrett Crochet's return as relief pitcher this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Garrett Crochet is nearing a return to the Boston Red Sox, potentially in September. He indicated he could pitch about two innings, depending on his comfort level. The Red Sox aim to use him as a relief pitcher, drawing on his experience from his time with the Chicago White Sox. Boston has performed well this season despite missing their top pitcher, and adding Crochet could enhance their playoff chances. Maintaining his health for the long term remains a priority for the team.
- •Garrett Crochet could return to pitch for the Red Sox in September.
- •Crochet is willing to take on a relief role and pitch up to two innings.
- •The Red Sox have had a strong pitching season without their ace.
- •Maintaining Crochet's health is a top priority for the Red Sox.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox Find Out How Much Garrett Crochet Can Pitch When He Returns
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Garrett Crochet’s latest Red Sox return update reveals how Boston plans to use him
"Crochet already revealed what he was open to doing, but now there's an exact role waiting for him upon his possible return.
"Garrett Crochet and the Red Sox want to be smart.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 7:30 PMRed Sox Find Out How Much Garrett Crochet Can Pitch When He Returns
Garrett Crochet and the Red Sox want to be smart.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 7:18 PMGarrett Crochet’s latest Red Sox return update reveals how Boston plans to use him
Crochet already revealed what he was open to doing, but now there's an exact role waiting for him upon his possible return.
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