Red Sox Place Garrett Crochet On Injured List
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Key Points:
- The Boston Red Sox have placed pitcher Garrett Crochet on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his left shoulder, with utilityman Nate Eaton recalled from Triple-A Worcester to fill his roster spot temporarily.
- Crochet expressed confidence in returning after the minimum IL stay, noting fatigue during his last start but continuing to throw, suggesting the team does not expect a lengthy absence.
- Despite some strong outings, Crochet has struggled this season with a 6.30 ERA over six starts, including a career-worst 11 runs allowed in one game, and a slight decrease in fastball velocity compared to last year.
- The Red Sox will be short a pitcher for the upcoming game but gain bench depth with Eaton, while also resting Roman Anthony ahead of an off-day, prompting a likely rotation reshuffle for the weekend.
- Prospect Jake Bennett, who has excelled in Triple-A with a 0.86 ERA, remains a potential option for a spot start as the team keeps its pitching choices flexible following Crochet’s injury.
