Though clearly improved, the Red Sox still don't seem ready to go all-in. Instead, they've spent the offseason setting the table for a big push in 2026.

The Boston Red Sox reportedly have begun working on a contract extension with Garrett Crochet, who was acquired via trade in December.

Last month, the Boston Red Sox made a blockbuster trade, acquiring left-handed starter Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox for a package of four of the team's top prospects. While Crochet still has two years of team control left on his deal,

If Crochet pitches well in 2025, obviously his price tag will skyrocket. Getting a deal done early would allow the Red Sox to get a more team-friendly deal, which is something tha

The Red Sox made one of the biggest trade acquisitions of the winter, landing Garrett Crochet from the White Sox for four prospects. Boston apparently has interest in keeping its newly acquired southpaw for the longer term.