Press Release: Rafael Devers Shifts Focus to Designated Hitter Role Amid Injury Concerns
Boston, MA – The Boston Red Sox have made it clear that Rafael Devers is unlikely to return to fielding duties this season. After a challenging start to the year, the team has decided to focus on Devers as a designated hitter. Insiders have expressed skepticism about his potential to play first or third base, following an earlier rocky transition earlier this season.
Initial speculation arose when Devers refused to take on first base duties in light of injuries to fellow player Triston Casas. Despite manager Alex Cora maintaining a hopeful outlook, team officials have reported a lack of activity from Devers at those positions during practices.
In a recent meeting with team executives, including chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, it became clear there were miscommunications regarding expectations. Breslow emphasized the ongoing conversations with Devers and confirmed that he has continued to perform remarkably as a hitter, boasting a .377 batting average and a 1.224 OPS over the past series of games.
As the Red Sox shift their strategy, all eyes will be on Devers as he continues to make significant contributions from the batter’s box. The organization remains committed to adapting to ensure optimal performance for the rest of the season.
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