The Boston Red Sox thought they would be better off with a happy clubhouse than a disgruntled Rafael Devers. A day after trading their erstwhile third baseman to the San Francisco Giants, Red Sox President Sam Kennedy told reporters that Devers’ refusal to change positions made it untenable for him to remain with the team.

Ahead of his much-anticipated debut with the San Francisco Giants, Rafael Devers' new threads and jersey number have been revealed.

Red Sox Legend Says Club ‘Didn’t Respect’ Rafael Devers Following Blockbuster Trade originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Back in 2008, Manny Ramírez's rocky Boston Red Sox tenure ended with a stunning blockbuster trade to a Los Angeles Dodgers club with championship aspirations.