The Red Sox and the agents for Garrett Crochet have begun talks that could result in a contract extension. But getting there could prove to be a challenge.

The Red Sox and newly acquired ace Garrett Crochet have discussed a multi-year contract extension, reports MassLive.com. The two sides are not believed to be close to a deal. Crochet has two years of control remaining.

The Red Sox and outfielder Jarren Duran did not come to terms prior to Thursday’s 1 p.m. loose deadline to submit arbitration figures.

If Crochet pitches well in 2025, obviously his price tag will skyrocket. Getting a deal done early would allow the Red Sox to get a more team-friendly deal, which is something tha

According to MassLive's Chris Cotillo, the Red Sox are attempting to do exactly that, as he reported that two sides are engaged in discussions on an extension. Cotillo adds that while Boston and Crochet are focusing on avoiding arbitration this year, they have at least begun talking about longer-term options.

The Red Sox acquired Garrett Crochet knowing they wanted to extend him. Initial efforts to that end have begun.

The Red Sox made one of the biggest trade acquisitions of the winter, landing Garrett Crochet from the White Sox for four prospects. Boston apparently has interest in keeping their newly-acquired southpaw for the longer term.

Garrett Crochet enjoyed a breakout season with the White Sox in 2024, and now he enters 2025 with the second-best odds to win AL Cy Young with the Red Sox.

Garrett Crochet is the prized acquisition for the Boston Red Sox this offseason in a blockbuster trade, but Craig Breslow sounds willing and ready to take an even bigger plunge with the flame-throwing southpaw.