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Yes reproductive issues can cause slow crop or crop stasis. Your flock needs access to the oyster shell free choice all the time. You can try soaking the pellets to make them easier to digest and massaging her crop gently to encourage it to empty.

It’s good to offer flaked oyster shell free choice and/or their own eggshell back to them. They will take what they need. When hens have trouble laying eggs it’s a good idea to do the calcium therapy in addition. You would have to give them the extra calcium for weeks and weeks to cause issues...

Could be a soft shelled egg. Eggs can get stuck higher up the tract and cause discomfort without blocking off the poop channel. 600mg calcium citrate immediately and repeat daily for at least a week. Hopefully it’s just a one off for your lady. The epsom baths will also help and keeping her...