Garrett Crochet hasn't pitched yet for the Red Sox, but the sides are already working towards a new contract. Read more on Boston.com.

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.

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

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

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.

Jarren Duran was the only arbitration-eligible player the Red Sox didn't settle with ahead of Thursday's loose deadline.

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.

The Boston Red Sox have made it clear all offseason long that they intend to rise the ranks in the MLB after a few seasons spent in the middle of the pack. And they certainly have put their money where their mouth is.