Red Sox Reportedly Explore Rafael Devers Trade Amid First-Base Uncertainty

Rafael Devers' future with the Boston Red Sox has become uncertain following his public frustration over being moved to designated hitter after the team signed Alex Bregman and his refusal to play first base following Triston Casas' season-ending injury. Trade speculation has intensified, with Bleacher Report's Kerry Miller suggesting potential fits for Devers including the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, and St. Louis Cardinals. The Phillies could be interested in using Devers at either third or first base, which might prompt positional shifts for Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm, while the Mets could pursue Devers if Pete Alonso leaves but would likely keep him at third base. The Cardinals trade scenario would require moving Nolan Arenado from third base, but there is speculation Arenado might be willing to switch positions to facilitate a deal. Meanwhile, Devers continues to perform at an All-Star level for Boston despite the ongoing drama. However, there are currently no imminent trade moves, and his willingness to play first base for another team remains unclear.