SOX FOR THE GOLD 2025: Alex Bregman and Garrett Crochet Shine in Red Sox Debuts
The Boston Red Sox kicked off their 2025 campaign with a bang as offseason acquisitions Alex Bregman and Garrett Crochet dazzled in their Fort Myers debuts, igniting hope that the Sox are primed for a golden season. On a sun-soaked afternoon at JetBlue Park, the duo showcased why Boston’s front office made bold moves to reshape the roster, signaling a clear intent to chase World Series glory.
Alex Bregman, the former Astros star signed to a blockbuster deal, wasted no time proving his worth. Stepping into the batter’s box, he laced a double down the left-field line in his first at-bat, later adding a sharp single that drove in a run. Defensively, Bregman flashed his Gold Glove pedigree at third base, turning a slick double play that drew roars from the spring training crowd. His presence alone seems to elevate a lineup hungry for veteran leadership and postseason pedigree.
Not to be outdone, Garrett Crochet, the flame-throwing lefty acquired in a trade with the White Sox, brought the heat in his mound debut. Touching 98 mph with his fastball, Crochet struck out four over two scoreless innings, mixing in a devastating slider that left hitters flailing. Red Sox manager Alex Cora couldn’t hide his excitement postgame, calling Crochet “a difference-maker” and praising his command and poise. The addition of Crochet to a rotation already featuring Walker Buehler and Patrick Sandoval suggests Boston’s pitching woes may finally be in the rearview mirror.
Fans clad in red and navy buzzed with optimism, chanting “Sox for the Gold” as the game wrapped. While it’s only February, Bregman and Crochet have set a tone that 2025 could be special. If these debuts are any indication, the Red Sox are all-in—and the Fenway faithful are ready to dream big.
