The Red Sox and the agents for Garrett Crochet have begun talks that could result in a contract extension. But getting there could prove to be a challenge.

The Red Sox and newly acquired ace Garrett Crochet have discussed a multi-year contract extension, reports MassLive.com. The two sides are not believed to be close to a deal. Crochet has two years of control remaining.

The Boston Red Sox have made it clear all offseason long that they intend to rise the ranks in the MLB after a few seasons spent in the middle of the pack. And they certainly have put their money where their mouth is.