Summary
Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet chose not to play in the World Baseball Classic (WBC). He wanted to focus on his own training schedule during spring training. Crochet cited a heavy pitching workload from the previous season and personal reasons, like spending time with his newborn daughter, as reasons for his decision.
Key Facts
- Garrett Crochet is a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox.
- Crochet decided not to join Team USA for the World Baseball Classic.
- He is entering a six-year contract worth $170 million with the Red Sox.
- Crochet played 205 1/3 innings last season, which was the most in his career.
- He wanted a normal spring training to manage his workload better.
- Crochet's decision was influenced by the birth of his daughter in November.
- He is focused on preparing for the season, aiming to pitch until November.
