The Boston Red Sox have announced that left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet has signed a six-year extension worth a reported $170 million.
Crochet, 25, joined the Red Sox via trade from the Chicago White Sox in December, becoming the centerpiece of their rotation. He’s playing this season on a one-year, $3.8 million contract.
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Crochet’s extension will kick in starting in 2026 and will include an opt-out after 2030, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. It’s the largest deal ever for a pitcher with four-plus years of service time.
Crochet was a bright spot in an otherwise abysmal White Sox season in 2024 in his first year as a starter. In 32 starts, he posted a 3.58 ERA and 1.068 WHIP with 209 strikeouts and 33 walks across 146 innings. He spent his previous MLB seasons working as a reliever.
Eyeing contention, the Red Sox parted with four prospects, including two of their top 10 in catcher Kyle Teel and outfielder Braden Montgomery, to acquire Crochet. The trade made sense for both teams, as the White Sox remain out of contention and are prioritizing acquiring young talent.
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Crochet was Boston’s Opening Day starter Thursday against the Texas Rangers. He allowed two earned runs, struck out four and issued two walks in Boston’s 5-2 victory.
