The Boston Red Sox have made a significant move to bolster their pitching staff, reportedly signing top prospect Garrett Crochet to a contract. According to sources, the Red Sox won a bidding war against five other MLB teams to secure the talented left-hander’s services.
Crochet, a 6-foot-6, 220-pound southpaw, was widely considered one of the top pitching prospects in the country. The 20-year-old Missouri native was ranked as the No. 18 overall prospect in the 2020 MLB draft class, according to MLB Pipeline.
The Red Sox were one of several teams that heavily pursued Crochet, but ultimately outbid the competition to land the talented young pitcher. The team’s aggressive pursuit of Crochet is a clear indication of their commitment to rebuilding their pitching staff, which has been a major area of concern in recent years.
Crochet’s impressive arsenal, which includes a mid-90s fastball, a sharp slider, and a promising changeup, made him a highly coveted prospect. His size, velocity, and athleticism also give him a high ceiling, with many scouts projecting him to become a frontline starter in the majors.
The Red Sox have been busy this offseason, making several moves to shore up their pitching staff. In addition to signing Crochet, the team has also signed veteran starters such as Corey Kluber and Chris Sale, and traded for reliever Austin Brice.
While the terms of Crochet’s contract have not been disclosed, it’s clear that the Red Sox are willing to invest heavily in their pitching staff in order to return to contention in the American League East.
