Position: LHP
Born: 6/21/1999
Ht: 6’6″ Wt: 218 lb
Acquired: Drafted 11th overall in the 2020 draft out of the University of Tennessee
Career Stats
FutureSox Prospect Rankings
- #5 – 2020 Midseason
- #3 – 2021 Preseason
FutureSox Media
- 2020 Draft Preview, June 2020
- Draft day story, June 2020
- Crochet has more similarities to Chris Sale than ‘hard-throwing lefty’, June 2020
- Crochet highlights White Sox taxi squad roster, July 2020
- In-person report from Schaumburg camp, July 2020
- Crochet called up to White Sox despite no minor league experience, Sept. 2020
- Crochet hits 101 mph multiple times in MLB debut, Sept. 2020
- Rookie season review, Oct. 2020
- All FutureSox media tagged Garrett Crochet
Scouting Report
Crochet has a power arm and has drawn comparisons to Chris Sale due to his 6-foot-6 frame and lower arm angle from the left side. His fastball was typically 96-97 mph in college, but consistently hit triple digits in the 2020 season at the MLB level. His slider and changeup grade out as above average as well and give him a balanced arsenal. Command is the thing Crochet needs to improve as a pro. He hasn’t been erratic, but needs some refinement in that area.
Crochet’s 2020 MLB debut was nothing short of stunning. In six innings he struck out eight without allowing a run or a walk and gave up three hits. He quickly became a high-leverage reliever and was slated to be an integral part of Game 3 in the opening round of the 2020 playoffs vs. the Oakland Athletics. He had an early departure with “left forearm tightness.” The White Sox indicated that the injury is not serious and he is expected to be ready at the onset of spring training in 2021.
Drafted as a starter, it’ll be interesting to see if he’ll begin the season in the minors for further development or be given a shot at starting the season in Chicago with the major league club out of the bullpen. His role will largely depend on the overall makeup of the pitching staff and the desire of new manager Tony La Russa and his pitching coach Ethan Katz.
Major League Outlook: Front end starter/high-leverage reliever
ETA: 2021