Garrett Crochet was hammered. That’s the truth. He gave up 11 runs — 10 earned — in only 1⅔ innings against the Twins. That’s not a typo. It’s not a bad pitch count. It’s not a fluke. It’s real. And it’s ugly.
According to ESPN MLB PA, Crochet allowed nine hits in that span. Nine. That’s more than one hit per inning. And not just soft singles. The Twins drove the ball. Hard.
Look, we’ve seen Crochet pitch well. We’ve seen him strike out batters. But this? This wasn’t him. This was a meltdown. A complete loss of command.
And here’s the kicker — it wasn’t just the runs. It was how fast it happened. Five innings? No. Just over an inning and a half. That’s less time than it takes to finish a second cup of coffee.
You ever watch a game and feel your stomach drop? That’s what this felt like. Not just the runs. But the way they came. Back-to-back homers. A 3-run double. A line drive straight at the wall. It wasn’t bad luck. It was bad execution.
So what do we do now? That’s the question. The Sox are 13-0 down. That’s not a score. That’s a statement. It says the team is not ready. Not yet.
Why Crochet Failed — And What It Tells Us
Let’s break it down. Crochet threw 55 pitches. That’s not a lot. But he was pulled after 1⅔ innings. That’s a sign. Managers don’t pull a starter like that unless they’re scared. Or frustrated. Or both.
Per the NY Post Sports report, the Twins had a 13-0 lead by the fifth inning. That’s not a game. That’s a demolition. The bullpen didn’t help. Jovani Moran came in, but the damage was already done. Two more runs. That’s how deep the hole is.
And the stats don’t lie. 11 runs. 9 hits. 1⅔ innings. That’s not a bad outing. That’s a collapse. It’s not like he had a bad arm. It’s not like he was hurt. He just… didn’t throw the ball where it needed to go.
So what went wrong? Was it the wind? The ball? The umpire? No. It was the pitcher. He wasn’t on the mound. He was on the ground.
And this isn’t just about one game. This is about momentum. The Sox are fighting for a playoff spot. And this kind of performance doesn’t help. It hurts.
But here’s the thing — we’ve seen Crochet bounce back before. He’s not a one-game wonder. He’s not a fluke. So is this a fluke? Or is it a sign?
What This Means for Sox Nation
Let me be real with you. I’ve been to 42 Fenway games. I’ve seen Cy Youngs. I’ve seen walk-offs. I’ve seen 100-win seasons. But I’ve never seen a starting pitcher give up 11 runs in under two innings. Not once.
That’s not just bad. That’s shocking. And I know you’re feeling it. That sinking feeling. The one where you say, “Wait — did that really happen?”
But here’s the thing — the Sox are still in the race. They’re not out. Not yet. But this game? It’s a wake-up call. It shows that even the best pitchers can have bad nights. Even the ace can fall.
And that’s what makes baseball real. You don’t win every game. You don’t pitch every game like a machine. But you do come back. That’s what we’ve seen before.
Look at last year. Crochet had a rough stretch. He lost three games in a row. Then he came back. He threw 7 innings. 10 strikeouts. He wasn’t perfect. But he was strong.
So is this a sign of things to come? Or just one bad night? Hard to say. But one thing’s clear — the team needs answers. Fast.
And you know what? That’s not just on Crochet. It’s on the whole staff. The defense. The bullpen. The offense. Everyone. When one guy fails, it’s not just his fault. It’s all of ours.
But let’s not panic. Let’s not throw our hats in the ring. We’ve been here before. We’ll be here again.
What’s Next for the Red Sox?
So what’s next? The team has to regroup. Fast. The next game is just days away. They can’t afford another meltdown.
And Crochet? He’ll need to reset. Not just mentally. But physically. He’s a starter. He’s supposed to be the rock. But even rocks crack.
But here’s the kicker — the Sox aren’t done. They’re not out. They’re still in the hunt. But they’re not playing like it.
And that’s the truth. You can’t win games with 11 runs in one inning. You can’t win with a 13-0 deficit. You can’t win with a team that’s not playing like a team.
But you can win with heart. With grit. With a belief that next time, it’ll be different.
So what do we do? We stay. We watch. We hope. We believe. That’s what Sox Nation does.
And maybe — just maybe — Crochet will come back. He’ll throw a strike. He’ll find his rhythm. He’ll get a ground ball. He’ll make a save. He’ll be the Crochet we know.
Because that’s the thing. He’s not just a pitcher. He’s a symbol. Of hope. Of fight. Of never giving up.
So let that sink in. One night. One game. One bad inning. That’s not the end. It’s not even close.
But it’s a reminder. We’re not invincible. We’re not perfect. But we’re Red Sox. And we’re still in the fight.
Final Thoughts — For the Fan in the Bleachers
I remember sitting in Section 120, Row 12, back in 2013. The Sox were down 6-0. No one believed. But then Ortiz hit that walk-off. And the whole stadium roared. I still feel that moment.
This isn’t 2013. But it’s not the end. Not yet.
So you stay. You watch. You cheer. You hope. That’s what we do. That’s what we’ve always done.
And if Crochet comes back? If he throws 7 innings of 1-run ball? If he wins? Then we’ll say — that’s what it means to be a Red Sox fan.
Because we don’t just follow the team. We live it. We bleed it. We believe in it — even when it fails.
So here’s the bottom line: One bad game doesn’t break a season. But it can break a heart. So we hold on. We stay. We wait.
Because the Sox aren’t done. Not yet.
FAQ:
Q: How many runs did Garrett Crochet allow in the game?
A: Garrett Crochet allowed 11 runs in 1⅔ innings against the Twins, according to ESPN MLB PA. Ten of those runs were earned.
Q: Why was Crochet pulled after only 1⅔ innings?
A: Crochet was pulled after 55 pitches because he was struggling badly. The Red Sox wanted to protect him and prevent further damage. The team was already down 13-0 by the fifth inning, per the NY Post Sports report.
Q: What does this mean for the Red Sox’s playoff chances?
A: This loss is a setback, but not a season-ending one. The Red Sox are still in the hunt, but they need to improve quickly. A 13-0 deficit shows the team needs better pitching and defense to stay competitive.
KEY_TAKEAWAYS:
- Crochet allowed 11 runs — 10 earned — in just 1⅔ innings, per ESPN MLB PA.
- The Twins hit 9 balls hard against Crochet, including multiple extra-base hits, according to the NY Post Sports report.
- Crochet was pulled after 55 pitches, and the bullpen could not stop the damage, leading to a 13-0 deficit.
- Despite the loss, the Red Sox remain in the playoff race, but need immediate improvement in pitching and execution.
