Overview

• Rafael Devers publicly refused the Red Sox's proposal to shift to first base following Triston Casas' season-ending knee injury.
• Devers criticized the front office, accusing them of breaking their spring training promise to keep him solely as designated hitter.
• He expressed dissatisfaction with Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow, questioning his decision-making and approach to the situation.
• The Red Sox have implemented a temporary first base platoon with Romy Gonzalez and Abraham Toro while exploring external options.
• Devers, under a 10-year, $313.5 million contract, emphasized his preference to remain a DH, citing discomfort with frequent positional changes.