Overview
- Manager Alex Cora announced on the first day of camp that Crochet will start March 26 against the Reds, a moment captured on video during media availability.
- Crochet said he converted his changeup into a splitter over the offseason after testing grips with input from pitching coaches Andrew Bailey and Devin Rose and work tied to Vanderbilt contacts.
- In 2025 he made 32 starts with a 2.59 ERA, led the majors with 255 strikeouts, paced the American League in innings, and finished second in Cy Young voting.
- Cora said the club will again manage Crochet's workload with shorter outings and scheduled extra rest in 2026.
- Boston rebuilt its rotation with additions including Sonny Gray, Ranger Suárez and Johan Oviedo, positioning Crochet as the staff anchor.