Rafael Devers’s role on the Red Sox has drastically changed since Alex Bregman signed with the team on Feb. 12.
Formerly Boston’s primary third baseman since entering the league in 2017, Devers has fully shifted to being a designated hitter. Manager Alex Cora said Devers will not play the field, even on off days for Bregman.
“[Devers is] the DH of the Boston Red Sox,” Cora told reporters ahead of Friday’s game against the Rangers, via MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.
The Red Sox’ skipper cited Romy Gonzalez as Bregman’s backup at the hot corner this season.
Cotillo clarified in a separate post that Devers not playing the field is a team decision, not a player decision or refusal.