Garrett Crochet Shuts Down Reds in Red Sox Win

Boston pitcher throws six scoreless innings in 3-0 victory over Cincinnati

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:35pm

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Garrett Crochet allowed just three hits over six innings, Ceddanne Rafaela drove in a run with a single in the seventh, and the Boston Red Sox earned their first win of the season with a 3-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.

Why it matters

The Red Sox are looking to bounce back after a disappointing 2025 season, and a strong outing from Crochet, one of their top pitching prospects, is an encouraging sign for the team's future. The Reds, meanwhile, are hoping to build on a surprise playoff appearance last year.

The details

Crochet, a 24-year-old left-hander, was dominant on the mound, striking out five batters and walking just one. The Red Sox offense provided just enough support, with Rafaela's RBI single in the seventh inning giving them a crucial insurance run.

  • The game was played on March 26, 2026.

The players

Garrett Crochet

A 24-year-old left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox.

Ceddanne Rafaela

An outfielder for the Boston Red Sox who drove in the game's first run with a seventh-inning single.

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What they’re saying

“Crochet was really locked in today. He gave us exactly what we needed to get this win.”

— Alex Cora, Red Sox Manager

What’s next

The Red Sox and Reds will play the second game of their three-game series on March 27.

The takeaway

The Red Sox's young pitching staff, led by Crochet's strong outing, gives the team hope for a bounce-back season after a disappointing 2025 campaign.