Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet injury deepens trade scrutiny

Boston’s left‑handed pitcher Garrett Crochet has confirmed that his lat strain is more severe than first thought, keeping him out of action since April 25. The injury, originally described as shoulder fatigue, now requires an extended recovery timeline that could push his return to near the All‑Star break.

The setback comes as the Red Sox’s 2024 trade for Crochet—trading prospects Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez to Chicago—faces renewed criticism. All four former Red Sox prospects have reached the majors and are contributing to the White Sox, who sit near the top of the AL Central, while Boston languishes at the bottom of the AL East and trails in the wild‑card race.