Rafael Devers's role with the Boston Red Sox has significantly transformed from being the primary third baseman to exclusively serving as the designated hitter. Manager Alex Cora confirmed this shift, clarifying that Devers will not play third base even on off days for new acquisition Alex Bregman, who now occupies that position. Despite Devers's previous commitment to third base, circumstances led to a decisive team strategy that assigns him the DH role while backups handle the infield, marking a pivotal change in his career.
"[Devers is] the DH of the Boston Red Sox," said manager Cora, emphasizing this strategic shift is team-driven rather than player-led.
Prior to this year, Devers had appeared in 951 games at third base, showing his long-standing role before transitioning to DH.
Cora previously acknowledged Devers' position as third baseman, stating, 'Raffy Devers is our third baseman' at earlier team events.
Devers, in February, rejected the idea of being the designated hitter, insisting, 'Third base is my position' before changing his stance soon after.
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