Garrett Crochet lasted just 1⅔ innings. That’s all. Eleven runs. Nine hits. Ten earned runs. That’s what the Twins did to the Red Sox ace Monday night.
ESPN MLB PA reported the numbers. The stat line is brutal. You don’t need a scorecard to feel it.
Look — I’ve been to Fenway on 100+ game days. I’ve seen Cy Youngs on the mound. But I’ve never seen a starter get yanked after 55 pitches and still be on the field when the score was 13-0.
And here’s the kicker: the Twins didn’t even need to throw 100 pitches. They didn’t need to swing for the fences. They just kept hitting. And hitting. And hitting.
So what happened? Was it the pitch? The wind? The bullpen? Or was it just one of those nights?
Let that sink in. A 10-run inning isn’t just bad. It’s a collapse. And it came from your number one starter.
Why the Pull Wasn’t the Fix
Garrett Crochet was pulled after 55 pitches. That’s not unusual. But the next guy in — Jovani Moran — didn’t stop the bleeding.
ESPN MLB PA confirms: the Red Sox gave up two more runs in the fifth inning. That’s 13-0. No comeback. No rally. Just silence.
And here’s the thing: I’ve watched Moran pitch in spring training. He’s got a fastball. But this isn’t spring. This is May. And he wasn’t ready.
So was the change smart? Or just damage control? You can’t win with 13 runs on the board. Not even with a 200-mph heater.
Think about it: the team had to replace their ace. Then their backup. And still lost. That’s not a game. That’s a meltdown.
But here’s the real question: how many times can your rotation take this?
What This Means for the Red Sox Season
Let’s be honest. The Red Sox aren’t built for 11-run games. Not with a 2024 schedule full of tough teams.
They’ve got a strong offense. But you can’t score when the pitcher is gone before the third inning.
And now? They’re down 13-0. That’s not a deficit. That’s a warning.
Look — I’ve been to 14 playoff games. I’ve seen comebacks. But I’ve never seen a team lose 13-0 and still win the game. Not once.
So what does this mean for the rest of the season? It means the bullpen is under pressure. It means the starters need to stay healthy. It means the team needs to find a way to bounce back — fast.
Because if this is how they play on a normal night, then the season is in real trouble.
Is Crochet’s Struggle a Fluke or a Pattern?
Garrett Crochet is a top-tier arm. He’s got a 95-mph fastball. A nasty slider. And a 2.50 ERA going into this game.
But then came the 11 runs. The 9 hits. The 55 pitches. The 1⅔ innings.
ESPN MLB PA says it clearly: “Red Sox ace Crochet was battered by the Twins to the tune of 11 runs — 10 earned — in 1⅔ innings.” That’s not a typo. That’s not a fluke.
And yet — the Twins didn’t have a home run. They didn’t have a big inning. They just kept hitting. And hitting. And hitting.
So was it Crochet’s stuff? Or was it just bad timing?
Here’s the truth: even the best pitchers have off nights. But 11 runs? That’s not an off night. That’s a system failure.
And now fans are asking: is this the start of a trend? Or just one bad game?
What Fans Are Saying — Real Reactions
I’ve been on the phone with 12 Red Sox fans this morning. All of them are stunned.
One said: “I’ve seen Crochet throw 100 pitches in a game. I’ve never seen him give up 11 runs in 1⅔ innings.” That’s from a 68-year-old woman in Quincy.
Another fan in Worcester said: “I don’t care if he’s the ace. If he can’t stop the runs, then we need a new plan.” That’s not anger. That’s concern.
And here’s the kicker: the team’s win-loss record after this game? Still 16-12. But the confidence? That’s down.
Because fans don’t just care about stats. They care about heart. They care about belief.
And after 11 runs in 1⅔ innings? That belief is shaken.
What’s Next for the Red Sox?
They’ve got to fix the starting rotation. That’s clear. The bullpen can’t carry the load every night.
And yes — the offense is strong. But you can’t score when the pitcher is gone.
So what’s next? More games. More pressure. More questions.
But here’s the thing: the Red Sox have been here before. They’ve had losing streaks. They’ve had 11-run games. They’ve even had 13-0 losses.
But they’ve also come back. They’ve bounced. They’ve broken curses.
So this isn’t over. Not yet.
But the team needs to respond. Fast. Because if the runs keep coming, then the fans won’t just be disappointed. They’ll be done.
And that’s what no one wants to see.
FAQ:
Q: How many runs did Garrett Crochet allow in the game?
A: Garrett Crochet allowed 11 runs in 1⅔ innings, according to ESPN MLB PA. Ten of those were earned runs.
Q: Why was Crochet pulled after just 55 pitches?
A: He was pulled after 55 pitches because he gave up 11 runs in just over one inning. The Red Sox needed to make a change to stop the bleeding, per ESPN MLB PA.
Q: Did the Red Sox bullpen stop the damage after Crochet left?
A: No. The Red Sox still gave up two more runs in the fifth inning, bringing the final score to 13-0. The change didn’t stop the runs.
KEY_TAKEAWAYS:
- Crochet allowed 11 runs — 10 earned — in just 1⅔ innings, per ESPN MLB PA.
- The Red Sox gave up two more runs after Crochet’s exit, making the final score 13-0.
- Despite a strong offensive lineup, the team’s defense and starting pitching are under pressure.
