Overview

• The Giants sent right-hander Jordan Hicks, top pitching prospect Kyle Harrison and additional considerations to Boston in exchange for the All-Star infielder.
• Devers had been a cornerstone in Boston since his debut and signed a 10-year, $313.5 million extension in 2023 that runs through 2033.
• Tension first flared in February when the Red Sox acquired Alex Bregman and asked Devers to vacate third base, prompting his move to designated hitter in spring training.
• The standoff intensified in May when chief baseball officer Craig Breslow approached Devers about playing first base and he refused.
• At 41–30 when the deal was completed, San Francisco adds the 28-year-old slugger to bolster its infield for the stretch run.