Garrett Crochet is set to rejoin the Red Sox bullpen against the Yankees, giving Boston a left-handed option it has been missing since April.
The left-hander had been sidelined by shoulder inflammation and has not appeared in a game since April. His return will come in relief rather than as a starter.
Quick facts
- Garrett Crochet will be available from the Boston bullpen against the Yankees.
- The Red Sox left-hander has been out since April.
- Shoulder inflammation kept Crochet off the mound.
- Boston plans to use him as a reliever in his return.
There is no workload attached to his first game back, but the immediate value is clear: Crochet gives the Red Sox another southpaw for matchup spots in a rivalry series.
After a long absence, the first assignment is simply getting back on the mound and back into the rhythm of a major league game. The Yankees will provide a demanding first test.
