Garrett Crochet expressed optimism about future contract negotiations with the Red Sox after failing to reach an extension ahead of Opening Day. While he imposed a March 27 deadline to halt discussions, he conveyed that significant progress had been made and that both sides were not far apart on terms. Crochet believes a continued dialogue is beneficial and prefers to avoid distractions related to contract talks during the season, though he acknowledges it is a different scenario for players compared to management.
"I would rather not [talk contract during regular-season play], I feel like it could be a distraction for myself and I don't want to talk about it with my teammates."
"I never got that feeling... you would rather it be that way than have the conversation one time and it's a large gap."
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