The Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees are in a match that is going to decide many futures and decisions made in the offseason. But for now, the important thing is to get a win. And the Red Sox are pulling all their aces to get that W. Including Garrett Crochet, who just threw in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series.

In a recent post by podcaster Tyler Milliken, he tagged a post of Garrett Crochet heading to the bullpen before the game, suggesting that he might make a bullpen appearance if the Red Sox need him to. He wrote, “Garrett Crochet. I will f—— die for you.” 

But this will be a huge risk for future games if the Red Sox do get through.

Garrett Crochet’s Game 1 performance was nothing short of spectacular. He struck out 11 Yankees over 7⅔ innings, allowing just one run on four hits. His fastball reached 100.2 mph, his highest of the season, showcasing his elite velocity and control. This dominant outing tied a 103-year-old Red Sox postseason strikeout record, underscoring his ace status.

However, the Red Sox must tread carefully with Crochet. In June 2023, he was placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder inflammation, a condition that recurred during his rehab assignment. Given this history, his heavy workload in Game 1 raises concerns about potential setbacks.

Had the Red Sox advanced, overextending Crochet could have jeopardized his availability in future postseason games. Balancing his contributions with caution should have been crucial to maintaining his health and the team’s championship aspirations.

Yet, the Red Sox were clearly leaning on Crochet, hoping his arm could survive playoff pressure.

Regardless of Wild Card results, the Red Sox will aggressively pursue upgrades this offseason

The Red Sox season might have ended, but don’t mistake them for a team about to twiddle its thumbs. In Boston, patience has limits, and the front office is anything but timid. After years of close calls and near misses, the Red Sox have shown they’re ready to shake things up, reminding everyone that “quiet offseason” is not in their vocabulary.

The Red Sox enter the offseason facing uncertainty, especially if Lucas Giolito opts out and signs elsewhere.

Fans watched the rotation struggle at critical moments, leaving Garrett Crochet and Brayan Bello to carry too much weight. Emerging arms like Connelly Early, Payton Tolle, and Kyle Harrison show promise but lack proven consistency. Boston’s faithful understand the stakes, knowing one offseason decision could define the team’s next playoff run.

Bullpen concerns add to the anxiety, as Boston needs reliability in late innings to secure wins. The Boston Red Sox could pursue a veteran presence to stabilize a staff that sometimes faltered under pressure. Aggressive offseason moves seem inevitable, with management likely targeting upgrades to rotation depth and closing options. Fans can only hope the team’s ambition matches its talent, delivering the turnaround the city desperately wants.

If Boston truly commits, this offseason could redefine its pitching and bullpen landscape. Boston’s front office knows fans expect action, not excuses, and they rarely deliver disappointment. Next year, Red Sox supporters might finally see the results of patience meeting aggressive decision-making.