GOOD NEWS: Garrett Crochet Becomes Red Sox’s Lone All-Star — And That Might Be Exactly What Boston Needs Right Now
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When the 2025 All-Star rosters were announced, the Boston Red Sox had just one name on the list.
No Rafael Devers.
No Jarren Duran.
No Kenley Jansen.
Just Garrett Crochet.
A left-hander with ice in his veins, a 100mph fastball, and now — the unofficial face of Boston’s pitching staff.
On paper, it might feel underwhelming. One All-Star representative for a team that’s climbed back into postseason contention? Some fans raised eyebrows. Others questioned the snub list. But within the walls of the Red Sox clubhouse, the feeling is different.
Quiet confidence. Strategic timing. And maybe, just maybe, a blessing in disguise.
Crochet: From Rotation Experiment to All-Star Breakthrough
When Boston signed Garrett Crochet in the offseason, the expectations were modest. The former White Sox reliever had struggled with injuries and had yet to prove he could carry a starter’s load. But after a strong spring and some early flashes of dominance, Alex Cora gave him the ball — and didn’t look back.
Crochet delivered.
He enters the All-Star break with:
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2.91 ERA
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123 strikeouts in 94 innings
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Opponents batting just .198 against him
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One of the best whiff rates in the AL
But more than stats, it’s the way he pitches: aggressive, composed, and fearless — a lefty with the mindset of an ace. His All-Star nod may be solo, but it’s not symbolic of isolation. It’s the validation of a role redefined.
“Garrett earned this,” Cora said. “He’s been consistent, tough, and reliable when we needed him most. This is just the beginning.”
Where Are the Other Sox? Resting — By Design
Normally, All-Star week brings debate. Who got snubbed? Who got lucky? Why didn’t [insert star] make it?
In Boston’s case, the answer may lie in strategy, not snubs.
Rafael Devers, though healthy, has battled minor wrist tightness.
Jarren Duran, after carrying the team offensively in June, has logged more innings in center field than almost any player in the AL.
Kenley Jansen, 37, has been on a strict workload plan.
And Alex Bregman, Boston’s major offseason acquisition, has yet to suit up due to an oblique injury.
“Honestly, I’d rather have them fresh,” said veteran infielder Trevor Story. “This second half is going to be a war. If that means we fly under the radar this week, so be it.”
It’s rare for a contender to approach the All-Star break without pushing more players into the spotlight. But for the Sox — just four games back in the AL East — the goal isn’t mid-July glory. It’s October survival.
A Different Kind of Motivation
Still, the lack of Red Sox representation hasn’t gone unnoticed — especially by the players themselves.
“I’d be lying if I said it didn’t sting a little,” Devers admitted. “But I’ll use it.”
Across the clubhouse, the feeling is similar: use the silence. Fuel the run. Make them notice later.
For Crochet, the All-Star Game won’t be about celebration — it’ll be about setting a tone. Representing the Sox with pride, but also with purpose.
“I’m proud to wear the ‘B’,” he said during media day. “I know I’m not the only one who deserved to be here. My job is to make sure they notice all of us — real soon.”
The Big Picture: Eyes on the Second Half
Boston’s surprising 10-game win streak before the break has reignited postseason hopes. With the Orioles showing signs of vulnerability and the Yankees locked in a slump, the AL East is suddenly up for grabs.
And that’s exactly why this year’s All-Star break feels different in Boston.
Rather than chasing attention, the Sox are chasing rest, recovery, and rhythm.
Rather than forcing narratives, they’re building one organically.
When asked about the lack of All-Stars, Cora shrugged.
“We’ll take the extra rest. We know who we are.”
One Star, One Message
In many ways, Crochet’s solo All-Star appearance says more than a full roster might have.
It speaks to the balance this team is trying to strike: resilience over recognition, rest over flash, results over noise.
And it sends a message to the league:
Don’t mistake quiet for weakness.
Because in Boston, the team that just sent one All-Star might be the one you don’t want to face in late September.
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🇻🇳 Tiếng Việt:
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“Red Sox chỉ có mình Garrett Crochet dự All-Star, nhưng đó lại là tin mừng cho Boston: toàn đội sẽ nghỉ ngơi để sẵn sàng cho cuộc đua playoff khốc liệt.”
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“All-Star chỉ có 1 người đại diện, nhưng đó cũng là lúc cả đội âm thầm chuẩn bị cho cú bứt phá thật sự.”
🇺🇸 English:
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“Only Garrett Crochet made the All-Star Game for Boston. But that may be exactly what this playoff-hungry team needed.”
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“No spotlight. No noise. Just rest — and a storm brewing in the second half.”