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Red Sox Struggles: Injuries Plague Team, Crochet Shines

4/13/2025

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Summary

Red Sox Struggle Early

The Boston Red Sox are facing a rocky start to the season with a 7-9 record and injuries to crucial pitchers like Brayan Bello and Kutter Crawford. The situation worsened with Richard Fitts' injury, leading to the promotion of veteran Michael Fulmer from Triple-A. Amidst the turmoil, Garrett Crochet shines as a potential ace, delivering standout performances.

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Red Sox Pitching Woes

The Boston Red Sox face a setback as starting pitcher Richard Fitts lands on the 15-day injured list with a right pectoral strain, following his exit during a game against the Chicago White Sox. In a bid to fill the gap, the team has called up Michael Fulmer from Triple-A, marking his triumphant return to the majors after a challenging 19-month injury hiatus.

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Historical Context

The Boston Red Sox's struggles echo their rocky 2011 season, where they started 7-20 in September and missed the playoffs. Injuries plagued that year too, leading to a managerial shakeup. Today, with injuries mounting again, the team hopes for a turnaround reminiscent of their historic resilience.

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Red Sox Struggle Early

The Boston Red Sox are facing a rocky start to the season with a 7-9 record and injuries to crucial pitchers like Brayan Bello and Kutter Crawford. The situation worsened with Richard Fitts' injury, leading to the promotion of veteran Michael Fulmer from Triple-A. Amidst the turmoil, Garrett Crochet shines as a potential ace, delivering standout performances.

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