Red Sox's Garrett Crochet could join bullpen as he recovers from injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Garrett Crochet is recovering from shoulder inflammation and is eager to contribute to the Red Sox. Chad Tracy stated it's wise to consider Crochet for a bullpen role if he returns healthy. After a successful first season with a 2.59 ERA, Crochet has been sidelined since April but believes he might be nearing a return. He expressed motivation to help the team amid their current eight-game win streak and potential playoff push.
- •Garrett Crochet has been out since April due to shoulder problems.
- •Crochet had a strong 2024 season, finishing 18-5 with a 2.59 ERA.
- •The Red Sox are on an eight-game winning streak.
- •Interim manager Chad Tracy supports considering Crochet for bullpen duty.
- •Crochet feels motivated to contribute as the team aims for playoffs.
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Chad Tracy on Ace Garrett Crochet Potentially Joining Red Sox Bullpen: 'We’d Be Foolish Not to Consider That'
"Garrett Crochet, itching to pitch, wouldn’t say no to contributing in any way possible.
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