Giants Finalize Rafael Devers Trade After Clubhouse Rumors

Rafael Devers was recently traded from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants, a move that drew attention due to rumors of clubhouse drama with former teammate Kristian Campbell, which Campbell publicly refuted by praising Devers as a great teammate. Giants president Buster Posey revealed that negotiations for the trade lasted about a month and were conducted quietly until the deal was finalized. Posey compared Devers' expected leadership and impact to that of former Giant Jake Peavy, expressing optimism about Devers energizing the team and its fans. Former Giants catcher and current Guardians manager Stephen Vogt described Devers as a top 10 hitter with both power and consistency. Despite skepticism about Devers' fit in Boston, his introductory press conference in San Francisco was positive, with Devers expressing gratitude for his time with the Red Sox and enthusiasm for his new role. The trade signals a major shift for the Giants and high expectations for Devers' contributions.