Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Garrett Crochet Faces 60-Day IL, Red Sox Struggle

6/3/2026

45 6 Full Breakdown

Summary

Crochet Injured

Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet was diagnosed with a low-grade lat strain.
He has been on the 15-day injured list for shoulder inflammation since April 26, which halted his bullpen.
Crochet may be moved to the 60-day list, keeping him out until June 25.
He posted a 6.30 ERA in six starts, while Boston sits nine games under .500, casting doubt on whether the delayed return will save the season.

Summary

Crochet Recovering

Pitcher Reid Crochet felt a lat pull after a single batting-practice throw.
The Red Sox paused his live bullpen session at Fenway, and said he can resume throwing once asymptomatic, per interim manager Chad Tracy.
Crochet reported feeling much better, said his velocity and command are good, and aims to stay healthy for the rest of the year.

History

Historical Context

After trading Nomar Garciaparra and adding ace Curt Schilling in the 2003-04 offseason, the Boston Red Sox rallied from a 3-0 ALCS deficit to defeat the New York Yankees, ending an 86-year “Curse of the Bambino” with a 2004 World Series title. The comeback underscored the franchise’s reliance on healthy arms, a lesson echoed in today’s bullpen concerns.

1 of 3

Crochet Injured

Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet was diagnosed with a low-grade lat strain.
He has been on the 15-day injured list for shoulder inflammation since April 26, which halted his bullpen.
Crochet may be moved to the 60-day list, keeping him out until June 25.
He posted a 6.30 ERA in six starts, while Boston sits nine games under .500, casting doubt on whether the delayed return will save the season.

1 / 3