{
  "id": 5657988,
  "title": "Garrett Crochet throws off mound in hopes of 2026 Red Sox return",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/garrett-crochet-throws-off-mound-in-hopes-of-2026-red-sox-return",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T22:36:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/garrett-crochet-throws-off-mound-223629404.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "BALTIMORE — Garrett Crochet, the 2025 AL Cy Young Award runner-up, demonstrated progress in his bid to return to the Red Sox in 2026 as he threw off the mound for the first time in nearly three months on September 4. Despite not pitching since April 25 due to shoulder soreness, Crochet managed to complete 16 pitches in his initial bullpen session since returning to the mound. Boston Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy acknowledged the limited time remaining in the regular season but remained hopeful about Crochet's chances to return. Tracy emphasized that Crochet's ability to throw today was a significant positive sign, and the focus now shifts to assessing any lingering effects. The Red Sox, currently holding a 5 1/2-game lead for the No. 2 wild card, are virtually guaranteed a postseason appearance, further extending Crochet's return window.",
  "summary": "Garrett Crochet's latest attempt to salvage his 2026 season reached another milestone Friday, Sept. 4.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}