Red Sox's Craig Breslow Addresses Rafael Devers DH Move, Garrett Crochet Extension Talks

The Boston Red Sox have officially designated Rafael Devers as their designated hitter, a move that follows the signing of Alex Bregman to play third base. Devers, in a 10-year contract, initially resisted the shift but ultimately accepted it for the sake of team success, with Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow commending his willingness to prioritize winning. Meanwhile, Garrett Crochet made his debut as the team's new ace but did not secure a long-term extension before the Opening Day deadline he set, leaving fans anxious about his future. Breslow acknowledged that extension talks will be tabled while Crochet focuses on the season, despite his impressive performance in spring training. Additionally, the Red Sox placed reliever Liam Hendriks on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation, although Breslow expressed optimism about his quick recovery. The team is looking to navigate these changes as they kick off the 2025 season against the Texas Rangers.