Garrett Crochet, White Sox to Have Contract Talks After No Deadline Trade, GM Says

After Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet surprisingly wasn't moved at Tuesday's trade deadline, it sounds like he could be staying put for the foreseeable future.

Per ESPN's Jesse Rogers, White Sox general manager Chris Getz said the team intends to have discussions with Crochet regarding a contract extension this offseason.

"We'll have conversations," Getz said. "We'll have time to have dialogue with Garrett and his agents. If it lines up, it lines up. What he's done so far, as a new starting pitcher, is nothing short of phenomenal. To be part of his journey as he matures as a pitcher and person, I'd love to be part of that. It has to make sense for both sides."

Crochet was expected to be traded so Chicago could recoup assets amid a lost season. However, things became complicated when he declared he would require a contract extension from his next team if he were to pitch into the postseason and wouldn't pitch out of the bullpen. He said Wednesday that he stands by those sentiments.

"Whether a deal went through or not, I don't think was dependent on that being said or not," Crochet said. "I think that any team would see the amount of innings I threw last year and find it reasonable, so ultimately I think it was the right call."

The 25-year-old leads the American League and ranks second in the majors with 160 strikeouts. He has a 6-8 record in 22 starts with a 3.23 ERA and a 1.01 WHIP. He's pitched a career-high 114.1 innings, and being just two years removed from Tommy John surgery, he said it's important for him to protect himself.

"Anyone can understand where I'm coming from in that regard," Crochet said. "I think it may have come across as greedy to some, but those in the industry realize that it's logical to have that line of thinking."

Despite remaining on a White Sox team that has the worst record in the majors at 27-83, Crochet said he believes he made the right decision for his future.

"Everything happens for a reason," Crochet said. "Ultimately, the right move was made, and here I am."