Garrett Crochet to Lead Red Sox Opening Day

The Boston Red Sox have named Garrett Crochet as their Opening Day starter for the 2025 MLB season after acquiring him in a significant offseason trade with the Chicago White Sox. Crochet, who recorded a 3.58 ERA and 209 strikeouts over 146 innings last season, will lead a revamped rotation that includes Tanner Houck and Walker Buehler. The Red Sox traded four prospects, including Kyle Teel and Braden Montgomery, to secure Crochet, with Manager Alex Cora expressing confidence in his potential as a No. 1 starter. Tanner Houck, last year's top starter, has accepted his role as the second starter, demonstrating team spirit. Boston, aiming for a postseason spot after missing out last year, will face the Texas Rangers on March 27 to kick off the season.