Overview
- Crochet, who last pitched in late April, confirmed Friday that he does not expect to be ready to pitch for Boston before the All‑Star break and that a full return will require several more weeks of staged work.
- An MRI in early June identified a very low‑grade left lat strain that became asymptomatic within days, but the club and Crochet say the larger, longer‑running problem is inflammation of the left shoulder capsule.
- Because the shoulder issue can cause other muscles to overcompensate, Red Sox training staff have paused progression and will only resume with frequent tests to ensure strength, range of motion, and mechanics are safe.
- When cleared to throw, Crochet will repeat a stepwise rehab sequence — playing catch, bullpen sessions, live batting practice and minor‑league rehab starts — which makes a midseason comeback unlikely.
- His prolonged absence forced Boston to move him to the 60‑day injured list on June 5, open a 40‑man spot and reshuffle the rotation and roster decisions with trade discussions possible if the club stays far from contention.