Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow started the offseason by emphasizing the team’s need to bolster the starting pitching staff. The front office has followed through with multiple noteworthy moves before the New Year.
Boston’s biggest deal thus far was acquiring left-hander Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for prospects Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth, and Wikelman Gonzalez. Crochet gives the Red Sox a bona fide ace, something the rotation has lacked for the last several seasons.
In free agency, the Red Sox have signed southpaw Patrick Sandoval and righty Walker Buehler. Both veterans come with injury concerns but add tremendous upside to Boston’s previously lackluster rotation.
So, what could the Red Sox’ full starting rotation look like in 2025? Who could be the odd man out? Here’s a closer look at the projected group:
John Tomase reacts to the Red Sox blockbuster trade for starter Garrett Crochet and explains why it’s the type of ‘big swing’ move fans have been waiting for the team to …