US EditionRafael Devers tells Red Sox management to ‘do their job’
- On Thursday, May 8, 2025, Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers told reporters he will not move to first base despite management's request following Triston Casas’ season-ending injury.
- The request came after Casas ruptured his patellar tendon and underwent surgery, creating a vacancy at first base that management sought to fill by asking Devers to change positions.
- Devers, who moved from third base to DH before 2025 and has logged zero innings at first base in MLB, expressed frustration, emphasizing that changing positions again is not in his best interest.
- He stated that the front office should take responsibility and actively seek out a replacement player, while firmly refusing to change positions. He emphasized that he was informed he would remain the designated hitter and has no plans to reconsider.
- Devers’ stance highlights Boston's ongoing challenges at first base, suggesting the front office must find external solutions rather than repositioning him again amid playoff aspirations.
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