Summary
Garrett Crochet, Boston Red Sox's pitcher, delivered a strong performance in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series against the New York Yankees. He pitched 7 2/3 innings, striking out 11 players, leading to a 3-1 victory. This win marked the Red Sox's fifth consecutive win in games started by Crochet against the Yankees this season.
Key Facts
- Garrett Crochet pitched for the Boston Red Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series.
- Crochet struck out 11 Yankees players across 7 2/3 innings.
- The only run Crochet allowed was a solo home run by Yankees player Anthony Volpe.
- The Red Sox won the game 3-1, with all three runs scored in the last three innings.
- Crochet's performance tied him for the second-most strikeouts by a Red Sox starter in a postseason game.
- Crochet predicted he would complete the game with minimal bullpen use, which he nearly achieved.
- The Red Sox have won all five games Crochet started against the Yankees this season.
- Brayan Bello will pitch for the Red Sox in Game 2 at Yankee Stadium.
