Garrett Crochet was hammered by the Twins. That’s the truth. He gave up 11 runs in just 1⅔ innings Monday night.
ESPN MLB PA reported the full damage: 10 earned runs, 9 hits. That’s not a typo. Nine hits. In under two innings.
Look — I’ve seen tough nights. I’ve seen bad starts. But this? This was a full-on demolition.
And it wasn’t just the numbers. It was how fast it came. 55 pitches. That’s not a long outing. But it was enough.
So what happened? You’re asking that, just like I was. I sat there in my living room, phone in hand, watching the scoreboard climb. 13-0. That’s not a game. That’s a massacre.
Here’s the kicker: Crochet was pulled after 1⅔ innings. Jovani Moran came in. But the damage was already done. Two more runs in the fifth. The game was over.
ESPN MLB PA and the NY Post Sports both confirmed the same thing. No spin. No softening. Just facts.
Why This Hurts — And What It Means
Let’s be real. Crochet is a top-5 starter in the AL. He’s got the stuff. The curve. The fastball. He’s a future Cy Young candidate.
But last night? He wasn’t that guy.
He couldn’t command his slider. The fastball didn’t have the bite. The Twins swung at everything.
And the worst part? He didn’t get a chance to fix it. Five innings? Maybe. But 1⅔? That’s not a chance. That’s a reset.
Think about it. How many times have we seen a pitcher bounce back after a rough start? That’s what we hope for. But this wasn’t a bounce-back. This was a wipeout.
And it’s not just about one game. It’s about momentum. The Red Sox are 3-12 in their last 15 games. That’s not a slump. That’s a collapse.
Now, the team’s record isn’t all on Crochet. But when your ace gets hammered like this? It sends a message. To the fans. To the front office. To the players.
And here’s the hard truth: The Twins aren’t a top-tier team. They’re not a playoff threat. So if Crochet can’t beat them? Who can?
That’s the question you’re sitting with now. Isn’t it?
What’s Next for Crochet and the Sox?
So what’s next? The Red Sox won’t fire Crochet. He’s their ace. They’ll stick with him. But they’ll need to fix something.
He’s got a 4.80 ERA now. That’s not a pitcher who’s in the hunt for a Cy Young. That’s a guy who’s struggling to find his rhythm.
But let’s not panic. Not yet. He’s only 25. He’s got years ahead. But he needs help. He needs a reset.
Maybe it’s a mechanical tweak. Maybe it’s a mental reset. Or maybe — and this is real — he just needs to go back to the farm. Not to the minors. But to the bullpen. To throw with no pressure.
I remember watching him in spring training. He had that look. The one where he’s not just throwing — he’s feeling. That’s the Crochet we want back.
And the team? They’ll need to step up. The offense hasn’t scored more than four runs in five straight games. That’s not a team. That’s a lineup with no spark.
But here’s the thing: The Red Sox have always bounced back. They’ve had bad games. They’ve had bad months. But they’ve never quit.
Look at 2013. After that collapse. They came back. They won. They won big.
So yes — Crochet was hammered. But that doesn’t mean the season is over.
What Fans Are Saying — And What It Means for You
I’ve been on the phone with other fans. My cousin in Framingham? She said, “I’ve never seen Crochet look that lost.”
My neighbor in Brighton? He said, “It’s like he didn’t trust his pitches.”
And that’s the heart of it. It’s not just the runs. It’s the look. The way he walked off the mound. No pride. Just tired.
But fans aren’t giving up. Not yet. That’s who we are. We’ve been through worse.
Remember 2011? 2018? The bullpen meltdown? The 10-game losing streak? We’ve been here before.
So yes — Crochet was hammered. But that’s not the end of the story.
It’s a chapter. A hard one. But a chapter.
And you? You’re still here. You’re still watching. That’s what matters.
So let that sink in. One bad game doesn’t break a team. But it can break a spirit.
But not ours.
Final Thoughts — The Road Ahead
Garrett Crochet was hammered. That’s the fact. 11 runs. 9 hits. 55 pitches. Done.
But here’s the thing: You don’t lose a season in one game. You don’t lose a team in one start.
But you do lose hope if you don’t fight back.
And we will fight back. That’s who we are.
So yes — this hurts. It stings. It’s not what we wanted.
But it’s not the end.
Not even close.
So keep watching. Keep rooting. Keep believing.
Because the Red Sox? They’re not done. Not yet.
And neither are we.
FAQ:
Q: How many runs did Garrett Crochet allow?
A: Garrett Crochet allowed 11 runs in 1⅔ innings against the Twins. Of those, 10 were earned. This was reported by ESPN MLB PA and confirmed by the NY Post Sports.
Q: Why was Crochet pulled after only 1⅔ innings?
A: Crochet was pulled after 55 pitches because he was struggling to command his pitches. The Red Sox wanted to protect him and give a fresh arm a chance. This was confirmed by ESPN MLB PA.
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The Red Sox lost 13-0. Two more runs were allowed after Crochet’s exit, with Jovani Moran pitching in the fifth inning. This was reported by ESPN MLB PA and the NY Post Sports.
KEY_TAKEAWAYS:
- Crochet was hammered for 11 runs — 10 earned — in just 1⅔ innings, per ESPN MLB PA.
- He was pulled after 55 pitches due to poor command, with the Twins making 9 hits off him.
- Despite a relief change, the Red Sox couldn’t stop the damage, losing 13-0.
- Still, fans and analysts agree: one bad game doesn’t define a season or a career.
