In a surprising trade, the Red Sox have acquired left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet from the White Sox, sending a promising package of prospects in return.
Boston: The Red Sox just pulled off a big trade, snagging Garrett Crochet from the White Sox. This lefty pitcher had a solid first season as a starter, and now he’s heading to Boston.
The White Sox confirmed the deal, which includes sending catcher Kyle Teel and a few other prospects to Chicago. Teel is a top prospect for the Red Sox, so it’s a significant move.
Crochet had a decent year, finishing with a 3.58 ERA and racking up 209 strikeouts in 146 innings. He even made the All-Star team this year, which is pretty impressive.
With the Red Sox needing to boost their rotation, Crochet is expected to step right in. He’ll take over the spot left by Nick Pivetta, who’s still looking for a new team after hitting free agency.
The White Sox, on the other hand, are in a tough spot after a dismal season. They finished with the worst record in MLB history, so they’re looking to rebuild. Getting Teel is a step in the right direction for them.
Teel had a solid season in the minors, hitting well and showing promise. The White Sox are hoping he can help turn things around in the future.