Red Sox Seek Rafael Devers Replacement Amid Lineup Struggles

Following the trade of Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants, the Boston Red Sox have been actively seeking replacements to fill the designated hitter and first baseman roles. Masataka Yoshida, recovering from offseason shoulder surgery, is expected to begin a rehab assignment soon and could take over designated hitter duties, especially if trade talks for players like Atlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna, who holds veto rights on trades, do not materialize. Additionally, the Red Sox are exploring options at first base, with Milwaukee Brewers' Rhys Hoskins identified as a potential target before the trade deadline, despite some defensive inconsistencies. On the pitching front, Kyle Harrison, acquired in the Devers trade, made his Triple-A Worcester debut, showing promise despite allowing four runs; he is working on expanding his pitch repertoire, including adding a cutter, to develop into a long-term asset. The Red Sox face challenges in balancing lineups and integrating new players but remain focused on strengthening their roster for a playoff push.