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As Crochet approaches his age 26 season, he comes with two additional years of team control, making him a sought-after asset. Notably, projections from MLB Trade Rumors estimate that his arbitration-eligible salary for 2025 could be as low as $2.9 million. This low-cost option is particularly appealing, as even a conservative estimate — assuming he commands $5 to $6 million — would still represent a tremendous value compared to the escalating costs of free-agent pitchers.