The Boston Red Sox have acquired left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for several top prospects, bolstering their starting rotation ahead of next season. Crochet, 25, thrived in his first season in the White Sox’s rotation last year and is expected to join a lineup that includes right-handers Tanner Houck, Lucas Giolito, Brayan Bello, and Kutter Crawford. With a fastball at 97 mph, a high-end slider, and a cutter, Crochet looked like a frontline starter and will likely get the Opening Day nod for Boston. The Red Sox’s decision comes after they fell short in attempts to sign outfielder Juan Soto, left-hander Max Fried, and right-hander Nathan Eovaldi. The trade marks a significant shift in the AL East landscape as the Red Sox look to rebound from five consecutive last-place finishes.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/42914221/sources-red-sox-finalizing-trade-garrett-crochet