Going by the numbers, Garrett Crochet was meant to be a Boston Red Sox.“That was one of the first things that I realized after the trade went through,” said the newest member of the starting rotation during a Zoom call on Friday. “I wore 34 in college (and) that one was retired, and other than […]


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-12-13 17:01:13">December 13, 2024 at 5:01 PM EST</time>

Going by the numbers, Garrett Crochet was meant to be a Boston Red Sox. “That was one of the first things that I realized after the trade went through,” said the newest member of the starting rotat…{ai:summary}<p>Garrett Crochet reflects on his transition to the Boston Red Sox, noting the significance of wearing number 34, which he wore in college. He acknowledges the connection to the team's legacy and expresses excitement about joining the starting rotation. </p><p>#sports</p>

Numbers game: Why Garrett Crochet’s Red Sox trade feels like fate

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