Red Sox Trade Devers, Plan Aggressive 2025 Trade Deadline Moves

The Boston Red Sox traded star third baseman Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants, a move that surprised many but was driven by clubhouse alignment issues and Devers' refusal to change position. Despite losing their best hitter, the Red Sox management, led by Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow, insists this is not a signal to give up on the 2025 season, emphasizing their commitment to contending for the division and making a deep postseason run. The trade freed up significant payroll and roster space, allowing Boston to be aggressive at the July 31 trade deadline, with plans to pursue high-impact players who can replace Devers' production and contribute beyond 2025. Manager Alex Cora supports an aggressive approach to acquire power hitters and improve starting pitching and bullpen depth, aiming to maintain competitiveness while fostering a renewed team identity centered on younger players like Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer. The organization acknowledges the challenge of replacing Devers' output but is focused on reshaping the roster with leadership, versatility, and long-term control. The Red Sox have recently shown strong performance, including a sweep of the Yankees, and remain optimistic about their playoff chances as they prepare for possible bold moves before the trade deadline.