Giants Manage Rafael Devers Injury Amid Lineup, Position Challenges

The San Francisco Giants have made a major mid-season splash by acquiring All-Star slugger Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox in a blockbuster trade, sending several key prospects to Boston. Devers immediately bolsters the Giants' lineup, though his transition to first base has been delayed by a minor groin injury, keeping him at designated hitter for now. The trade has also clarified the Giants' starting rotation, but created new questions about their infield alignment, especially with Matt Chapman's imminent return and Casey Schmitt's hot streak at the plate. Meanwhile, the Giants continue to be linked to additional trade targets, including pitchers like Walker Buehler and hitters such as Atlanta's Marcell Ozuna, who could slot into the DH role if Devers shifts to first base. San Francisco's aggressive moves signal a clear all-in approach, but juggling playing time for Devers, Chapman, and Schmitt will require careful management to avoid the kind of positional discord that led to Devers' exit from Boston. As the Giants aim for a deep postseason run, how they balance these roster pieces will be critical.