"Yesterday, he completed his first bullpen session since being sidelined with shoulder inflammation. And while he's not ready to come back just yet, he hopes to skip any rehab assignments and head straight back to the Majors when he is. (Tim Healey, Boston Globe)"
"Crochet returning without stretching himself out in the minors would not be without recent precedent. Sonny Gray also came right back to the big league team and has been outstanding. (Peter Abraham, Boston Globe)"
"Exactly how good as the Sox' rotation been lately? They have a 2.61 ERA in May. "I think pitching is contagious," said Sonny Gray. "I think hitting is contagious. I think winning is contagious. So, I've enjoyed watching our staff, and there's zero part of me that feels complacent or that feels that we're there. I feel like when you start to feel that way, it'll come up and find you. I feel we have a good staff, and I feel like you can definitely build off of one another. We're just going to continue to push forward because I think we could still get better." (Jen McCaffrey, The Athletic)"
"It sure would be nice if Roman Anthony could return from injury, but things aren't looking great in that regard. He's due to come off the IL tomorrow, but is wearing a brace and has yet to resume baseball activities. According to Chad Tracy, the Sox are waiting until his grip strength improves before thinking of next steps. (Justin Leger, NBC Sports Boston)"
The Red Sox have not had starting pitching problems in 2026, with Payton Tolle performing well and Brayan Bello potentially improving through the use of an opener. Garrett Crochet completed his first bullpen session after shoulder inflammation and is not ready to return yet, but he hopes to avoid rehab assignments and go straight back to the Majors when ready. Recent precedent supports a direct return, as Sonny Gray returned quickly and performed at a high level. The rotation has posted a 2.61 ERA in May. The team is also monitoring Roman Anthony’s recovery, waiting for improved grip strength before deciding next steps. Connor Wong experienced an ankle scare after tripping while chasing a foul pop-up.
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