The article previews an exciting matchup at Fenway Park between Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet and former Red Sox ace Chris Sale. Both left-handers have drawn comparisons, especially following Crochet's impressive start with a 1.93 ERA in nine outings. Manager Alex Cora notes the contrasting styles of the two pitchers, highlighting Sale's mechanical preparation and confidence in executing pitches versus Crochet's focused study and planning. Team members, including Cora and Connor Wong, share insights on their competitive nature and unique pitching approaches, building anticipation for the game.
"With Chris, there's preparation physically and mechanically. As far as advance scouting...he'll execute [the wrong pitch] every time; with Garrett, there's a lot of preparation."
"Both super competitors. They both have really good stuff. Both left-handed. The slot is a little different for Garrett."
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