Red Sox could cut ties with Rafael Devers
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Justyn-Henry Malloy hit a pinch-hit single in the ninth to end the game and give the Tigers a 6-5 win over the Red Sox on Wednesday night.
The 6-5 victory Wednesday completed a three-game sweep of the Red Sox. The Tigers’ offense came alive during the series as Detroit scored 30 runs in the three games. The Tigers now have an MLB-best 29 wins on the season.
When the Red Sox signed Alex Bregman for third base in the offseason, Devers moved to designated hitter. And when first baseman Triston Casas suffered a season-ending knee injury earlier in May, Devers was asked to play first, a switch that would better fit the roster construction. His response? Not interested.
John Henry was among Red Sox personnel who flew out to Kansas City to meet with Rafael Devers in person following his blunt remarks.
The Boston Red Sox are making history with back-to-back matchups against each CY Young winner from last season.