"Two weeks ago I wrote that we'd be holding out our butts for the rest of September; we're now at the terminus of gravity's rainbow. We as fans could only sit back in anticipation to watch not just the last few weeks, but all 159 games and see where this Red Sox team would end up. While the Red Sox aren't a projectile determined by natural law, they certainly are"
"Crochet-who hadn't thrown even 150 innings prior to this season-finishes his 2025 with over 200 innings pitched, over 250 strikeouts, and over 800 batters faced; those are all MLB leaders. His ERA of 2.59 and ERA+ of 159 are both career bests, even with a little home run issue creeping in the last few months. He has been an unequivocal PIG eating innings. He hasn't just become an ace, he's become THE ace."
The 2025 Red Sox season hinged on coaching, intra-roster adjustments, and luck as much as raw talent. Garrett Crochet delivered an ace-caliber performance, surpassing 200 innings, 250 strikeouts, and leading MLB categories while posting a 2.59 ERA and a 159 ERA+. Aroldis Chapman transformed into a dominant late-inning force after spring training adjustments involving Connor Wong and PitchCom. Alex Cora's in-game tinkering and Craig Breslow's roster work influenced outcomes throughout the year. Fan anticipation persisted across 159 games, culminating in a clearer view of the roster's core strengths and identity.
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