Red Sox give updates on their injured starting pitchers
It hasn’t been a smooth start to the 2026 MLB season for the Boston Red Sox. They sit in last place in the AL East, have already parted ways with their World Series–winning manager, and have spent much of the early season without two of their most important arms: Sonny Gray and Garrett Crochet. But finally, there’s some good news in Boston.
MORE: Yankees facing roster dilemma and their deadline for a solution is today Apr 14, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Sonny Gray (54) looks on after a bulk is called on himself against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images Sonny Gray Set to Return Soon The biggest update comes with Gray. The right-hander, who was acquired from the St.
Louis Cardinals this offseason, is expected to be activated as soon as Wednesday, May 6th, and could take the mound that same day. For a rotation that has struggled to find consistency, his return can’t come soon enough. Gray brings: Veteran stability Proven production Immediate impact at the top of the rotation Sep 24, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) delivers a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at Rogers Centre.
Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Positive News on Garrett Crochet The update on Crochet is less definitive, but still encouraging. The Red Sox ace is dealing with shoulder inflammation, but there is no structural damage, which is the key takeaway. That means: No long-term concerns (for now), A potential return within the minimum 15-day IL window, or at worst, a relatively short absence.
Given how serious shoulder injuries can be, this is a major relief. Boston’s pitching staff, without Gray and Crochet, has lacked consistency, depth, and its top 2 SP entering the season. Getting both arms back, even if not at the same time, could help stabilize a group that desperately needs it.