Red Sox Rafael Devers Rejects First Base Move After Casas Injury

Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers has firmly declined the team's request to play first base following Triston Casas' season-ending knee injury. Devers, who was moved from third base to DH in spring training, expressed frustration that the team had previously told him to 'put away his glove' and not expect to play other positions. He questioned the reasoning behind the front office's request, particularly targeting chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, suggesting a strained relationship. Despite his discontent with management, Devers maintains a positive relationship with his teammates in the clubhouse. He also suggested that the team should look externally to fill the first base position rather than asking him to switch roles again. Devers emphasized that playing multiple positions is not an easy task and reiterated his commitment to his current role as DH.