The game also marked the Red Sox debut of infielder Alex Bregman. The former Astro had an impressive day himself with three hits and his first home run in a Boston uniform. He was quite impressed with what he saw from Crochet during his mound appearance.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Garrett Crochet made his spring debut Sunday against the Blue Jays at JetBlue Park. The lefthander went 1 2/3 innings, throwing 27 pitches, three short of his 30-pitch limit. Crochet allowed three hits and walked a batter, but limited the damage with his dominant fastball, striking out four.

For the Red Sox, Sunday’s Grapefruit League home opener at JetBlue Park was a day to show off their shiny new toys. And what a day it was. Start with Alex Bregman. The team’s prized free-agent acquisi