The Boston Red Sox made a critical decision to make Rafael Devers a permanent designated hitter. The move caused controversy, especially when they asked him to play first base when Triston Casas went down.

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora says Rafael Devers will not be playing third base amid Alex Bregman's injury.

Despite making significant improvements on paper over the offseason, the Boston Red Sox — at 26-26 entering Saturday — appear to be headed towards another mediocre campaign and perhaps, a fourth consecutive finish outside of the playoff picture.