Garrett Crochet's complete game shutout led the Red Sox to a 1-0 win over the Rays on July 12, 2025. See how rookie Roman Anthony scored the lone run.
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Nine straight wins. The electric buzz is back at Fenway Park as the Boston Red Sox are playing their most exciting brand of baseball in years. After a breathtaking performance by Garrett Crochet on Saturday, who single-handedly shut down the Rays in a 1-0 nail-biter, the Sox are now staring down a milestone: a 10-game winning streak and a four-game sweep of a division rival.
Garrett Crochet's first career shutout: 9 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 9 K, 0 BB, 100 pitches.
Saturday's game was the stuff of legend. Wearing their City Connect yellows, the Sox leaned on their new ace, and he delivered one of the most dominant pitching performances you'll ever see. Garrett Crochet was simply untouchable, going the distance for his first career complete game and shutout. Over nine masterful innings, he allowed just three hits and struck out nine Rays batters without issuing a single walk. The offense provided just enough, with rookie sensation Roman Anthony doubling in the fourth and coming around to score the game's only run on a clutch RBI single by Carlos Narváez. It was a classic pitcher's duel, and our guy didn't blink.
It's no coincidence this winning streak is happening with Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer playing pivotal roles. The kids are more than just alright; they're stars in the making. Anthony scoring the lone run Saturday is a perfect example of his immediate impact. It's fitting, then, that MLB Pipeline just updated its Top 100 Prospects list, placing Anthony at the very top as the new #1 prospect in all of baseball. Fellow rookie Marcelo Mayer, another key contributor during this streak, isn't far behind, landing at #6. The future is here, and it's winning ballgames right now.
Remember when the Sox traded top prospects for Garrett Crochet? That move is looking like pure genius. Not only did they acquire the ace who just won them their ninth straight, but the farm system remains one of MLB's elite, ranking in the top five. Even with Anthony and Mayer graduating to the bigs, the pipeline is churning out talent. Look no further than 18-year-old right-hander Jesus Travieso, who was just named the FCL Pitcher of the Month for June after posting a microscopic 0.86 ERA with 31 strikeouts in 21 innings. The talent pool is deep, ensuring this team is built to win for a long, long time.
All eyes are on Fenway this afternoon. With Brayan Bello on the hill, the Red Sox have a golden opportunity to make a statement. A 10th straight win and a four-game sweep of the Rays wouldn't just be a statistic; it would be a declaration that this team, fueled by a mix of veteran savvy and fearless youth, is a legitimate force to be reckoned with. First pitch is just around the corner. You won't want to miss this.
