Paul Toboni and Blake Butera, both in their 30s, will be counted on to break the Nationals out of their losing ways, while 43-year-old Craig Albernaz will manage the Orioles.
As free agency kicks into gear at the General Managers meetings this week, the Tigers' Cy Young Award-winning southpaw is one of many big names that are heating up the Hot Stove.
The former Red Sox player was given MLB's top honor for his extraordinary character, community involvement, and positive contributions on and off the field on Monday.
The Globe's Peter Abraham had a vote for American League MVP this season and cannot reveal his choices until after the announcement is made Nov. 13. But his opinion on other awards have been shared.
Leadership can be tricky for a starting pitcher. But Crochet has made it work in his first season in Boston, and has the Red Sox on the cusp of their first postseason appearance since 2021.