There’s one element of the Red Sox’ return for Devers that is already proving annoying. It’s the idea that a significant part of what the Sox got back for him was the financial freedom to improve the team.

The Boston Red Sox were predicted to cut ties with outfielders Jarren Duran or Wilyer Abreu following the Rafael Devers trade.

The Red Sox reportedly targeted Giants top prospect Bryce Eldridge in their negotiations that led to the Rafael Devers trade.