Red Sox Closing In On Blockbuster Jacob deGrom Trade: $185M Ace To Form “Most Feared 1-2 Punch” With Garrett Crochet.vc
(BOSTON) — The whispers have turned into a roar. The Boston Red Sox are reportedly eyeing a trade that could instantly redefine their entire pitching rotation, aiming to acquire two-time Cy Young Award winner, Jacob deGrom, from the Texas Rangers.
If this deal is successful, pairing deGrom (who is under a contract valued at $185 million with the Rangers) with Garrett Crochet (who finished runner-up in the 2025 AL Cy Young Award race) would create one of the most feared “1-2 punches” in recent MLB history.
The Message of Boldness
According to internal sources, this trade is designed not just to bolster Boston’s lacking pitching depth, but also to send a bold statement across the entire league: The Red Sox are serious about returning to championship contention.
CEO Craig Breslow has repeatedly expressed his intent to find a “frontline starter” to partner with Crochet. Jacob deGrom—with his terrifying velocity, superb command, and deep postseason experience—is the answer.
The Duo: “King of Command” and “High-Velocity”
The combination of deGrom and Crochet is a perfect tactical complement:
| Player | Role/Strength | Most Recent Stats (2025) |
| Garrett Crochet | High-Velocity Left-Handed Ace | $255 \text{ Ks}$ (MLB Leader), $2.95 \text{ ERA}$, AL Cy Young Runner-up. |
| Jacob deGrom | Commanding Right-Handed Ace | $2.97 \text{ ERA}$, $185 \text{ Ks}$ over $172 \text{ innings}$ (Post-Injury Comeback). |
While Crochet offers young, left-handed power and velocity, deGrom brings the experience of a veteran and lethal accuracy, helping stabilize the rotation throughout the long season.
Financial Opportunity and Risk
Rumors suggest the Rangers are looking to cut payroll, making deGrom a feasible trade target. Currently, deGrom still has approximately $95 million remaining on his contract over the final two years (plus a 2028 club option).
Opportunity for the Red Sox: If the deal happens, the Red Sox would acquire a world-class ace at a price (in terms of trade value) potentially below his true market worth, in exchange for a package of prospects.
Risk: deGrom’s injury history remains a major question mark. However, his strong, revitalized 2025 season (with $30 \text{ starts}$ and a $2.97 \text{ ERA}$) has significantly eased those concerns.
Negotiations are reportedly intensifying. If the Red Sox succeed in finalizing this deal, they will not only secure a spot in October contention but also immediately become a heavy favorite for the World Series.
