Garrett Crochet could return to the playoffs (without having pitched beforehand)

The Boston Red Sox had a spectacular run earlier this season, which has put them comfortably in playoff contention.
All of this has been achieved without their ace pitcher, Garrett Crochet, who has missed the vast majority of the 2026 season. Captain Crochet has been sidelined since late April due to inflammation in his left shoulder.
It appears, however, that the Red Sox's left-hander could be back in time for the postseason—but in a relief role—without having pitched in the regular