KUTTER CRAWFORD NEWS

Despite recent setbacks, Kutter Crawford remains confident he has major-league stuff - The Boston Globe “We’re going to go through periods like this and he works hard and he understands what’s going on," manager Alex Cora said after Thursday's...

AUGUST 26, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Hammered in loss Crawford (3-5) allowed nine runs on 11 hits over 3.2 innings Friday, striking out three and taking a loss against Baltimore.

Impact Crawford gave up three runs in each of the second, third and fourth frames, including a trio of home runs. He had been taken deep just three times over his previous six outings. Friday's poor start launched his season ERA to 5.14 through 68.1 frames. Crawford has given up 16 runs through 14.2 innings over his last three appearances. He's expected to start at home against the Blue Jays next week.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Effective over six in no-decision Crawford gave up two earned runs on two hits and four walks while striking out five over six innings in a 3-2 loss to the Yankees on Saturday. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Crawford struggled with his control, issuing four free passes, but he only allowed six baserunners in total over six innings of work on 94 pitches. The damage came on a two-run home run off the bat of Isiah Kiner-Falefa. It was a good bounce-back performance for Crawford against a tough lineup after he was torched for five runs his last time out against the Royals. The 26-year-old rookie has a K:BB of 65:23 in 64.2 innings pitched and is tentatively expected to make his next start at Baltimore.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

With each outing, Kutter Crawford makes a strong case to remain in the Red Sox starting rotation - The Boston Globe The 26-year-old rookie righthander matched his season high with 94 pitches and left the mound with the game tied against a team with the bes...

AUGUST 14, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Tagged with five runs Crawford (3-4) yielded five runs on five hits and two walks over five innings Friday, striking out four and taking a loss against the Royals.

Impact Crawford coughed up two runs in the third inning, but most of the damage came on MJ Melendez's three-run shot in the fifth. The 26-year-old rookie snapped his six-start streak of fewer than four runs allowed and saw his season ERA climb to 4.30. Since the start of July, Crawford owns a 3.23 ERA through 39 frames. He's expected to face the Yankees at home next week.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Boston Red Sox's Kutter Crawford dominating like team's ace: 'There's not a hitter that steps in the box I think is better than me' Red Sox's Kutter Crawford has a 2.72 ERA and 3.07 FIP in his past eight games (seven starts).

AUGUST 7, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Kutter Crawford making the most of his chance to impress Red Sox - The Boston Globe Sunday's scheduled starter against the Royals has allowed three runs or fewer in each of his last five starts, leading a pack of rookies who...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Continues excellent stretch Crawford (3-3) earned the win during Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Houston, allowing one run on seven hits and one walk with six strikeouts in six innings.

Impact Crawford surrendered his lone run on consecutive hits to lead off the bottom of the first inning, but he was able to quiet Houston's potent offense thereafter, retiring seven straight Astros at one point. The 26-year-old induced a solid 12 swinging strikes on 94 pitches en route to striking out six for the fourth time in his last six games. During that span, Crawford has pitched to a 2.38 ERA across 34 innings while facing top-tier competition in the Yankees, Blue Jays, Guardians and Rays twice. He carries a 4.15 ERA and 1.22 WHIP into his next start, tentatively scheduled for Sunday against Kansas City.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Effective again in no-decision Crawford pitched 5.2 innings against Cleveland on Thursday, allowing one run on three hits and no walks while striking out two batters. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact The rookie gave up a solo homer to Jose Ramirez in the fourth inning, but that was the only run the Guardians could muster against him. Crawford wasn't overpowering -- he picked up only two punchouts and induced only eight swings-and-misses -- but he was efficient in throwing 49 of 69 pitches for strikes. The right-hander fell one out shy of his third straight quality start, but it was nonetheless another effective outing that should strengthen his case to remain in the rotation even when Boston's staff returns to full health. Over his past five starts, Crawford has posted a 2.57 ERA and 26:4 K:BB across 28 innings.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Why Kutter Crawford Has Excelled In Second Go-Around With Red Sox After struggling at the beginning of the season, Kutter Crawford has completely turned things around in a starting role for the Red Sox.

JULY 29, 2022 • NESN.COM

Xander Bogaerts, Kutter Crawford lift Red Sox back to. 500 as they split series with Guardians - The Boston Globe With their roster full of misfits and unproven big leaguers the Red Sox found a way to win this time.

JULY 29, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Goes six innings in loss Crawford (2-3) took the loss against Toronto on Saturday, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out four and walking one over six innings.

Impact Crawford threw 52 of 77 pitches for strikes in Saturday's contest. He pitched well enough to win but lacked run support from his offense. The righty did pick up a quality start, his second in a row. Crawford has pitched well in July after assuming a starting role. He has a 24:4 K:BB and a 2.82 ERA this month despite facing the Rays twice and the Yankees and Blue Jays once apiece. He will take a 4.50 ERA into his next appearance.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox's Kutter Crawford Turns In Another Strong Showing Vs. Blue Jays Red Sox starting pitcher Kutter Crawford worked around one tough inning to turn in another solid outing Saturday against the Blue Jays.

JULY 24, 2022 • NESN.COM

Fans six in no-decision Crawford pitched six-plus innings against Tampa Bay on Thursday, allowing three runs on six hits and no walks while striking out six batters. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact Crawford was splendid through six frames, holding the Rays scoreless and giving up just three hits. He was asked to come back out for the seventh, and things took a turn for the worse when the first three batters he faced got a hit against him. All three came around to score, cutting Crawford off from a chance for a victory. Despite the disappointing finish, it was another impressive outing by the rookie, who completed six innings for the first time as a major-leaguer and notched his first career quality start. Crawford has given up just four runs and struck out 20 batters over 16.1 frames across his past three appearances. However, Nathan Eovaldi (back/hip) is slated to return from the injured list this weekend, and Rich Hill (knee) and Michael Wacha (shoulder) could be back soon after the All-Star break, so Crawford may not be keeping his spot in the rotation.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Why did the Red Sox leave Kutter Crawford in for 7th inning Thursday? Alex Cora explains Alex Cora made the curious decision to leave Kutter Crawford in for a seventh inning Thursday night. It backfired.

JULY 15, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Extended outing on tap Crawford is scheduled to either start or serve as a bulk reliever in Thursday's series finale with the Rays in Tampa Bay, Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact The Red Sox intend to wait until Friday's series opener with the Yankees to bring Nathan Eovaldi (back/hip) back from the 15-day injured list, so Crawford will receive one more turn through the rotation as a temporary fifth starter. Crawford impressed in his start last weekend against the Yankees, covering five innings and striking out six while allowing one earned run on four hits and two walks in a no-decision.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive over five innings Crawford pitched five innings against the Yankees on Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out six. He did not factor in the decision.

Impact Crawford did a good job of taming the potent Yankees offense, holding New York scoreless until Aaron Hicks launched a solo shot against him in the fifth inning. That was the only extra-base hit the right-hander allowed in the contest, and he also racked up six strikeouts. Crawford is making a case for sticking with the big club for the long haul with his past two appearances. In those outings, he's compiled 10.1 innings during which he's given up only one run while posting a 14:3 K:BB.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Cora Confirms Kutter Crawford Will Start For Red Sox vs. Yankees Alex Cora confirmed Kutter Crawford will start for the Red Sox on Saturday against the Yankees as Boston hopes to break its losing streak.

JULY 9, 2022 • NESN.COM

Starting Saturday Crawford will start Saturday's game against the Yankees, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Crawford served as a bulk reliever Monday against Tampa Bay and struck out eight in 5.1 innings. Since Boston's starters continue to deal with injuries, the right-hander will make his third major-league start of the season Saturday.

JULY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fans eight in victory Crawford yielded two hits and a walk over 5.1 shutout frames Monday, striking out eight and earning a win over Tampa Bay.

Impact Crawford took the mound in the third inning after Austin Davis opened with a pair of scoreless frames. The 26-year-old rookie allowed just one Ray to reach scoring position and never faced much of a threat in the dominant outing. In two games against the Rays this season, he's thrown 8.1 scoreless innings with 13 punchouts. Crawford owns a 5.04 ERA with a 32:13 K:BB through 25 innings this season.

JULY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Boston Crawford was recalled from Triple-A Worcester on Monday.

Impact The Red Sox are planning for a bullpen game Monday against the Rays after Michael Wacha (arm) was scratched from his scheduled start, and Crawford is a strong candidate to serve as a bulk reliever behind opener Austin Davis. Over 10 appearances (two starts) in the majors this year, Crawford has posted a 6.41 ERA and 1.73 WHIP in 19.2 innings.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox might scratch Michael Wacha (tired arm), start Kutter Crawford on Monday vs. Rays The Red Sox might once again have to call upon a rookie starter to pitch Monday.

JULY 4, 2022 • MASSLIVE.COM

Sent to minors The Red Sox optioned Crawford to Triple-A Worcester on Sunday.

Impact Crawford's removal from the 26-man active roster means that Josh Winckowski will stick around as the Red Sox's No. 5 starter until Nathan Eovaldi (back) is ready to return from the 15-day injured list. The Red Sox added newly acquired reliever James Norwood to the roster as a replacement for Crawford, who was tagged for four earned runs on six hits and zero walks across four innings while getting handed the loss Saturday against the Cardinals.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss Saturday Crawford (1-2) was tagged with the loss against St. Louis on Saturday, allowing four runs on six hits while striking out three over four innings.

Impact Crawford fell behind early in the contest, giving up a two-run homer to Nolan Arenado in the first inning. He was tagged with an additional run in each of the second and fourth frames before departing. The right-hander tied a season-worst mark by giving up four runs, though his other such appearance was in a 1.2-inning relief outing April 18. This was Crawford's second start of the campaign, and he could be heading back to the bullpen with Garrett Whitlock (hip) and Nathan Eovaldi (back) each nearing a return from the injured list.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE