Red Sox Face Infield Dilemma as Rafael Devers Refuses to Relinquish Third Base

Manager Alex Cora weighs options for Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman while balancing team dynamics and performance concerns.

Rafael Devers, entering his second year of a $313.5 million contract, has publicly stated he will not move from third base despite the arrival of Gold Glove winner Alex Bregman.
Alex Cora, the Red Sox manager, has indicated that no final decisions have been made but is preparing Devers to play third base in spring training games.
Bregman, signed to a three-year, $120 million deal, has expressed willingness to play second base, but his defensive prowess at third makes him a strong candidate for the position.
Devers' defensive struggles at third base, including leading AL third basemen in errors for seven consecutive years, contrast with Bregman’s superior fielding metrics.
The infield configuration remains unresolved, with potential impacts on top prospects like Kristian Campbell and Vaughn Grissom, who are competing for second base opportunities.