Just how bad is Rafael Devers’ shoulder? Frankly, this is one of the weirdest injuries I can ever remember. We have been told literally all season long that Devers’ shoulder is bothering him, yet he hasn’t gone on the IL once and has put together one of the most productive seasons of his entire career. Now, after missing several crucial games last week, he is clearly not right at the plate. Whatever it is that’s wrong with him, let’s hope it’s managed better next year. (Julian McWilliams, Boston Globe)
And maybe Raffy needs a mental health check-in, too.