Based on games started, first baseman Dominic Smith, second baseman Enmanuel Valdez, third baseman Rafael Devers, and shortstop Ceddanne Rafaela were the regular infielders for the Red Sox last season.

At a music hall adjacent to Fenway Park, Garrett Crochet had his first introduction to Red Sox fans and got a glimpse of the type of thunderous applause he will receive when he walks off the mound following his first solid start for Boston.

Many players and coaches received loud applause when they took the stage for the official introduction of the 2025 Red Sox at Saturday’s Fenway Fest, but the most enthusiastic reception was for the last man to take the MGM Music Hall stage,

Yes, the Red Sox plan to explore a long-term deal with lefthander Garrett Crochet this offseason, and yes, Crochet is open to that conversation. But he’s not the only player with whom the Red Sox are likely to pursue discussions about an extended stay in Boston.