"No one has been steadier for the 2025 Red Sox than closer Aroldis Chapman. Actually, no one has been steadier for the 2025 Red Sox than closer Aroldis Chapman and setup man Garrett Whitlock. Check this out: But Chapman has now allowed two earned runs in last 2.1 innings pitched, and this has come amidst a slight but real drop in velocity. Nevertheless, the Sox aren't worried. (Tim Healey, Boston Globe)"
"Chapman rebounded last night against the Yankees, but it was Garrett Crochet who was the pitching star of the evening, thanks to his 12 strikeouts, even if he gave up some loud contact at times. The Red Sox have now gone undefeated against the Yankees every time Crochet has taken the mound, highlighting the very reason he brought to Boston in the first place. (Peter Abraham, Boston Globe)"
"And, unlike Chapman, there are no worrying signs with Crochet's velocity. In fact, Crochet threw harder last night than his season averages, dialing it up and saying that he doesn't "want to have any regret on my mind here in a couple weeks." (Christopher Smith, Mass Live) The Red Sox are still in control of a postseason spot, so hopefully no one will have any regrets in a few weeks."
Aroldis Chapman and setup man Garrett Whitlock have provided consistent late-inning stability for the 2025 Red Sox. Chapman has yielded two earned runs over his last 2.1 innings and shown a slight but noticeable drop in velocity, though the team remains unconcerned. Garrett Crochet emerged as the night's pitching star with 12 strikeouts, has remained undefeated against the Yankees when starting, and increased his velocity above season averages while stating he does not want late-season regrets. The team still controls a postseason spot, but the margin is tightening and the remaining schedule is the toughest among AL contenders, with the magic number at 10.
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