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Garrett Crochet Struggles as Red Sox Seek Revival

4/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

Garrett Crochet has a 7.88 ERA after five starts this season for the Boston Red Sox.
After a loss to the Detroit Tigers, fans express concern, noting 11 runs allowed against the Minnesota Twins.
The Red Sox are 9-13 and need Crochet to regain his 2025 Cy Young contender form.
He believes he knows how to improve but must execute better to help turn the season around.

History

Historical Context

In 1956, Don Newcombe became the first recipient of the Cy Young Award, recognizing his outstanding 27-win season with the Brooklyn Dodgers. This award, established by Commissioner Ford C. Frick to honor pitcher Cy Young, has since evolved to recognize the best pitchers in both the American and National Leagues. Today, Garrett Crochet's struggles with a 7.88 ERA for the Boston Red Sox highlight the ongoing pressures faced by pitchers in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

Garrett Crochet has a 7.88 ERA after five starts this season for the Boston Red Sox.
After a loss to the Detroit Tigers, fans express concern, noting 11 runs allowed against the Minnesota Twins.
The Red Sox are 9-13 and need Crochet to regain his 2025 Cy Young contender form.
He believes he knows how to improve but must execute better to help turn the season around.

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