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Signed to a six-year, $170 million extension, Crochet is a cornerstone left-hander with elite velocity and promise. Complementing him are young arms like Payton Toley, Bran Beao, and Kaisen Witherspoon, the latter a first-round pick with rapid ascension potential. The rotation is now deep, talented, and ready to contend.
Strengthening the Catcher Position: The JT Riomuto Interest
In an intriguing offseason development, reports hint that the Red Sox are expressing interest in free agent catcher J.T. Riomuto. While on the surface, this appears unnecessary given Boston's existing young and productive catchers like Carlos Narvaz, the move could provide vital veteran leadership and balance to a relatively inexperienced position group.