In the proposed deal, the Red Sox would receive Dylan Cease, who finished fourth in Cy Young voting last year, as well as star closer Robert Suarez. The Padres would receive starter Kutter Crawford, outfielder Wilyer Abreu,

Boston Red Sox right-hander Kutter Crawford still is dealing with discomfort in the patellar tendon in his right knee, a situation that has plagued him since early last season.It's also a situation

Less than a week into spring training, the Red Sox’s newfound pitching depth is already bringing manager Alex Cora some measure of comfort. Kutter Crawford is “a little bit behind” the other starters due to right-patellar tendon soreness,

Red Sox starting pitcher Kutter Crawford has been dealing with right patellar tendon soreness that dates back to last season.

Kutter Crawford, who is in the mix for a multi-inning bullpen role with the Red Sox, is working back from knee soreness.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Kutter Crawford poses during photo day at the team's training facility during MLB baseball spring training in Fort Myers, Fla., Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald

The Red Sox are already dealing with rotation issues, as Brayan Bello is also behind schedule due to a shoulder injury.