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Former Tennessee Baseball Star Lands Record Breaking Deal with Boston Red Sox

Former Tennessee Volunteers pitcher Garrett Crochet lands a record-breaking extension only one game into the new MLB season with the Boston Red Sox
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Feb 28, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
Feb 28, 2025; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images | Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Former Tennessee Volunteers pitcher Garrett Crochet lands a record-breaking extension only one game into the new MLB season with the Boston Red Sox

A former Volunteers pitcher has reached a new record breaking deal in the MLB after his first ever game with the Boston Red Sox.

"BREAKING: Left-hander Garrett Crochet and the Boston Red Sox are in agreement on a six-year, $170 million contract extension, sources tell ESPN. The deal starts in 2026 and includes an opt-out after 2030. By far the largest deal ever for a pitcher with 4+ years of service," Jeff Passan reported on X.

The Red Sox pitcher pitched five innings on opening day, tallying four strikeouts and only giving up two runs. He spent the rest of his career with the White Sox, where he quickly became a star. He finished last season with 32 starts, 146 innings pitched, 209 strikeouts, and a 3.58 ERA.

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CALEB SISK

Caleb Sisk is a talented sports journalist from the state of Georgia. Originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, Sisk's passion for sports grew. Bringing years of recruiting coverage experience, he has been named a National Recruiting Reporter and covers various college sites on the On SI network. He takes pride in covering recruiting and has been featured by numerous companies for his excellent coverage and knowledge. He has also spent time at other companies, including Rivals, where he covered the Tennessee Volunteers.

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