The Red Sox made the surprising decision to not play Rafael Devers at third base when Alex Bregman was on paternity leave, instead sticking with him as the full-time designated hitter. This move was explained by chief baseball officer Craig Breslow as a way to ease Devers’ transition into his new role and make sure other players get playing time. Despite struggling at the plate initially, Devers has since found his groove and has been a key player in recent games, including a walk-off home run against the White Sox. The decision not to shift him back to third base shows the team’s commitment to helping Devers succeed in his new role and prioritize his development over immediate defensive needs.
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