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Red Sox Veteran Addition Has High Praise For New Teammates<\/strong><\/p>\n

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As the Boston Red Sox<\/strong> dive into Spring Training<\/strong>, there\u2019s excitement surrounding their newly bolstered pitching rotation<\/strong>, which includes veteran arms in Sonny Gray<\/strong> and Ranger Suarez<\/strong>. Both pitchers bring a wealth of experience to the mound, and early impressions from Gray<\/strong>, who is entering his 14th Major League season<\/strong>, are already making waves.<\/p>\n

On Thursday, Gray threw his first live batting practice<\/strong> of the season, and despite being in camp for only a few days, he\u2019s already impressed with the talent around him. Notably, Brayan Bello<\/strong>, who also threw on Thursday, caught Gray\u2019s attention. Bello is coming off an up-and-down 2025 season, where he posted a 3.35 ERA<\/strong> over 166 2\/3 innings<\/strong>, but struggled in the final stretch, including a tough outing in the Wild Card series<\/strong> against the New York Yankees<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Gray\u2019s Impressions: Bello\u2019s Sharp Curveball and More<\/strong><\/p>\n

Despite Bello\u2019s inconsistency last season, Gray is expecting big things<\/strong> from the young right-hander in 2026. The 36-year-old veteran had the chance to watch Bello live for the first time from behind the mound and came away impressed with his stuff.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday, watching Bello live, one of the first times I\u2019ve gotten to watch from behind and see what he does, he\u2019s gross<\/strong>,\u201d Gray said. The praise from Gray, a seasoned pitcher known for his ability to evaluate talent, speaks volumes about Bello\u2019s potential. In particular, Gray took notice of Bello\u2019s new curveball<\/strong>, which he thought looked sharp<\/strong> \u2014 a positive sign for a pitcher looking to build on his promising early career.<\/p>\n

Crochet: A Rising Star in the Red Sox Rotation<\/strong><\/p>\n

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But it wasn\u2019t just Bello who caught Gray\u2019s attention during the early days of camp. Garrett Crochet<\/strong>, another key arm for the Red Sox this season, threw live batting practice on Wednesday. Gray, who has played alongside some of the best pitchers in the game<\/strong>, was quick to compare Crochet\u2019s potential<\/strong> to several superstar pitchers he\u2019s shared the mound with over the years.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t think there\u2019s a ceiling for Crochet,\u201d Gray said. \u201cHe can be, and has been, the best pitcher in baseball<\/strong>.\u201d This kind of praise from a seasoned veteran like Gray is significant, especially considering the high expectations<\/strong> surrounding Crochet\u2019s ability<\/strong> to step up and lead the Red Sox\u2019s pitching staff.<\/p>\n

The Red Sox Pitching Staff in 2026: A New-Look Rotation<\/strong><\/p>\n

With Sonny Gray<\/strong>, Ranger Suarez<\/strong>, and Garrett Crochet<\/strong> leading the charge, the Red Sox pitching staff<\/strong> looks to be in solid shape for 2026. Gray, with his extensive experience<\/strong> and leadership, will bring a stabilizing presence to the rotation. Suarez, coming off a strong season, will complement Gray\u2019s veteran savvy. Meanwhile, Crochet<\/strong>, the young flamethrower<\/strong>, is expected to make a huge impact, particularly with his potential to be an elite pitcher.<\/p>\n

As for Brayan Bello<\/strong>, he\u2019s likely to slot in as the fourth or fifth starter<\/strong>, alongside fellow pitchers like Johan Oviedo<\/strong>, Kutter Crawford<\/strong>, Payton Tolle<\/strong>, or Connelly Early<\/strong>. The Red Sox have done some reshuffling in their starting pitching depth<\/strong> this offseason, but despite using some of their assets in trades<\/strong>, the team still has a deep pool of major league-caliber pitchers<\/strong> to choose from.<\/p>\n

Red Sox Depth and Potential: A Promising Outlook for 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Red Sox\u2019s pitching depth<\/strong> is one of the strongest in recent years, with multiple options that can provide quality innings<\/strong> in various roles. While they may have shuffled their rotation<\/strong> in the offseason, this depth gives them the flexibility to make adjustments as needed throughout the season. The veteran presence<\/strong> of Gray<\/strong> and Suarez<\/strong>, combined with the raw talent<\/strong> of players like Crochet<\/strong> and Bello<\/strong>, gives the Red Sox a balanced mix of experience and youth.<\/p>\n

As Spring Training continues, the Red Sox<\/strong> will be looking for their new-look pitching staff to gel and find success in 2026. If the early reports from camp are any indication, the team is optimistic<\/strong> about the potential of their rotation. Gray\u2019s praise for his new teammates<\/strong>, especially Bello<\/strong> and Crochet<\/strong>, only adds to the growing excitement surrounding the Red Sox<\/strong> as they prepare for the upcoming season.<\/p>\n

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With a solid pitching rotation and key additions to the lineup, Boston<\/strong> looks poised to make a strong push<\/strong> in the AL East<\/strong> this year. Gray\u2019s leadership<\/strong> and his insights into his teammates’ potential could be a significant factor in the Red Sox\u2019s success this season. For now, fans will be watching closely<\/strong> as the new-look rotation takes shape during Spring Training, with Bello<\/strong>, Crochet<\/strong>, and the rest of the pitching staff working hard to meet the high expectations set by their veteran counterparts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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