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Garrett Crochet warms up before a Boston Red Sox game. The All-Star left-hander continues progressing through his return timeline from shoulder inflammation.
The Boston Red Sox are waiting on more information about Garrett Crochet after their ace suffered a setback in his recovery from a shoulder injury.
Crochet last took the mound on April 25 before being placed on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder inflammation. He had been making steady progress, taking a significant step forward just days ago by facing live hitters. Then came Sunday’s news.
The left-hander felt lat tightness during a throwing session and will likely undergo imaging this week to get a clearer picture of where things stand.
Crochet Addresses the Setback
GettyRed Sox pitcher Garret Crochet.
Crochet spoke about the situation on Sunday and tried to put it in perspective. He described feeling a stretch in his lat during a throw, flagged it with the training staff immediately, and made the decision to shut down for a few days.
He was careful not to overstate the severity. “It doesn’t feel like it even deserves that title,” Crochet said of calling it a setback, adding that the imaging is precautionary and that his priority is making sure he is fully right when he does return.
The missed live batting practice session on Tuesday is a minor step back in the timeline. Crochet is being cautious and wants to make sure he has the full picture before pushing forward.
Garrett Crochet feeling a little lat tightness on his left side. We just spoke with him and he feels as if it’s minor and didn’t really want to label it a setback. It’s been feeling better since it first happened on Thursday last week at Fenway. Set for some imaging next week to
What It Means for the Red Sox
Crochet has not pitched since April 25. Through six starts this season he posted a 6.30 ERA. Getting him back healthy remains the priority for the second half of the season.
The build-up process is a vulnerable period for any pitcher’s arm, and Crochet acknowledged that a minor issue at this stage is not entirely unexpected. He is still working back to full strength and the lat tightness emerged at exactly the point in the process where the arm is under the most stress.
His return whenever it comes will be welcomed by a rotation that has had to adjust without him.
Final Word
Crochet’s optimism is encouraging. He does not believe this is serious, and the decision to get imaging reflects a cautious and professional approach rather than alarm.
Boston needs Crochet back and pitching well. The MRI results this week will shape what comes next.
Keith Watkins Keith Watkins is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers. He previously wrote for FanSided, NBA Analysis Network, and Last Word On Sports. Keith is based in Bangkok, Thailand. More about Keith Watkins