Morning Briefing: Multiple Garrett Crochet Suitors Emerge
Good morning, Mets fans!
The Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the race for Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet. Baltimore, armed with a top-tier farm system, is seen as a strong contender, while Boston and the Dodgers also eye the All-Star lefty to bolster their rotations.
Crochet’s breakout 2024 season, featuring 209 strikeouts in 146 innings, has made him a top trade target. With Chicago seeking position-player talent to boost its offense, a major deal seems on the horizon.
Now onto the morning briefing!
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